Aurora University
Salary:
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually Location :
Aurora, IL Job Type:
Full-Time Staff Job Number:
202500155 College/School:
Wellness Center Opening Date:
10/09/2025
Aurora University (AU) is committed to the transformative power of learning by creating a student-centered environment and an equity of experience and opportunity, to ensure that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome and included. Our culture of collaboration, generosity, and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty, and staff.
AU is grounded in the transformative opportunity it provides to a diverse student body. As a private university with a public mission and a commitment to making a difference in peoples' lives, AU has a long history of resilience and of providing access to an education that values innovation, focuses on continuous improvement, and has a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are proud of our service to and economic impact on the state of Illinois, where over 80% of our students stay to live and work, where 90% of our students come from, and where we foster strong community partnerships to develop the workforce in areas such as nursing, education, business, technology, and social work.
We are looking for passionate and purposeful individuals who represent the full diversity of Aurora and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, identity, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at AU, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
At AU we believe that continuous learning is a fundamental part of working life, and our goal is for all colleagues on our campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support our community by providing all employees with opportunities to engage in professional development activities, as well as a range of tuition and employee benefits that can be found Position Purpose:
The Director of Wellness Center is responsible for the overall development, planning and operation of Aurora University's Wellness Center including Health Services and Counseling Services programs. This includes intentional management of referrals to TimelyCare, AU's 24/7 medical and mental telehealth service. The Director serves as a key member of the University's Behavioral Intervention Team, which is responsible for determining interventions for students who may be disruptive or distressed. The Director provides ongoing review of services offered, including assessment of student needs and utilization of Wellness Center services, both in-person and via TimelyCare. Core Competencies: Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University. Upholds the Mission Statement: At Aurora University, our singular goal is to empower students to achieve lasting personal and professional success. We do this by being an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and purposeful lives. Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business. Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned.
Essential Job Functions:
Recruit, hire, train and supervise Health Services and Counseling Services staff. Recruit, hire, train and supervise MSW student interns. Responsible for budgeting and managing expenses for the department. Analyze student data to provide data driven recommendation to create or modify campus wellness based programming. Oversee programming and communications across the university to foster support and assist with student mental health and holistic wellness needs. Implement screening, assessment, diagnosis, case management and treatment planning tools to provide students with needed services via telehealth referrals and/or in-person clinical services. Serve as a member of the Behavioral Intervention Team. Provide short-term clinical counseling services within a culturally competent framework to university undergraduate and graduate students. Make referrals to outside providers and services as appropriate. Serve as a campus community mental health expert offering consultative services to faculty, staff, administrations, athletic staff, and families in a variety of modalities ranging from informal individual consultation to structured workshops and trainings. Provide risk assessments and make appropriate recommendations and referrals. Provide substance abuse or behavioral health assessments after disciplinary violations to provide recommendations regarding treatment and to inform necessary sanctions or corrective actions. Participate in campus outreach initiatives and activities. Liaise with Human Resources to coordinate campus wide communication and training regarding health concerns. Execute other projects and responsibilities as assigned. Essential Job Requirements:
Education: Masters or Doctoral degree in a mental health discipline (Social Work, Counseling or Clinical Psychology) and licensed, as a mental health provider in the state of Illinois required.
Special Requirements:
Licensed as a mental health provider as outlined by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (). LCSW license required. Be available outside of work hours ("on call") for consultation regarding referrals to the Behavioral Intervention Team and/or other crises as appropriate. Experience:
A minimum of four years post-licensure experience or equivalent preferred. Experience in a higher education environment (preferred) and/or with adults and young adults required.
Skills:
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, with a high degree of independent organization, communication, and ethical practice. Clinical experience relevant to working with college students or young adult populations. Experience providing crisis intervention. Well-developed public speaking skills; interest and comfort in providing outreach and consultation to groups. Ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships with all campus constituencies. Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and written and oral communication skills. Physical Requirements:
The ability to interact in person, via electronic media, and on the telephone. The ability to move about campus and between locations. The ability to spend long periods of time standing or sitting The anticipated pay rate for this position is $80,000-$90,000 per year.
This compensation is subject to change at the sole discretion of the university, based on institutional needs.
The pay range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted amount the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The final pay rate will not be below the lowest pay rate listed herein.
Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission. Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aurora University offers competitive, flexible benefits to eligible employees. Health Insurance Choice of HMO or PPO offered through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Dental and Vision Insurance Choice of two dental plans and vision insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield. Life Insurance and AD&D 1.5 times annual salary, dependent on age. Additional life insurance also may be purchased for self, spouse, and children. Long Term Disability 60% of salary, taxable and nontaxable options. TIAA Retirement Account The University offers a 403b retirement plan, administered by TIAA. Matching contributions offered first day of employment to eligible employees, at the discretion of the University and Board of Directors. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) FSAs are available for medical costs and dependent care costs. Paid Time Off Vacation, personal, and sick leave are provided to eligible employees. Holidays The university observes nine major holidays where the university is closed. Tuition Assistance Tuition assistance for AU undergraduate courses is available to eligible employees and eligible family members beginning the term following one (1) year of regular, full-time employment. Tuition assistance for graduate programs paid at 60% for employee following Senior Leadership approval. Tuition Exchange Consortiums AU is a member of the Tuition Exchange (TE) and the Council of Independent Colleges Tuition Exchange Program (CIC-TEP) enabling full-time employees and eligible family members to be eligible for tuition assistance at more than 600 universities nationwide. Eligibility for the CIC-TEP and TE programs is one (1) year of regular, full-time employment as of 8/31.
To see more benefits details and breakdowns please see our benefits guide 01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Professional degree Doctorate degree Doctor of Philosophy
02
How many years of professional experience do you have, post licensure?
No experience Less than 2 years of experience 2 years but less than 4 years of experience 4 years but less than 6 years experience 6 or more years of experience
03
Do you have experience counseling adults and young adults?
Yes No
04
Do you have a prior experience working in higher education ?
Yes No
05
Do you have a LCSW or LCPC license/certification in the state of Illinois?
Yes No
06
Do you understand that this position is not remote and will require you to be onsite or work in a hybrid capacity within the Chicagoland area?
Yes No
Required Question
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually Location :
Aurora, IL Job Type:
Full-Time Staff Job Number:
202500155 College/School:
Wellness Center Opening Date:
10/09/2025
Aurora University (AU) is committed to the transformative power of learning by creating a student-centered environment and an equity of experience and opportunity, to ensure that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome and included. Our culture of collaboration, generosity, and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty, and staff.
AU is grounded in the transformative opportunity it provides to a diverse student body. As a private university with a public mission and a commitment to making a difference in peoples' lives, AU has a long history of resilience and of providing access to an education that values innovation, focuses on continuous improvement, and has a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are proud of our service to and economic impact on the state of Illinois, where over 80% of our students stay to live and work, where 90% of our students come from, and where we foster strong community partnerships to develop the workforce in areas such as nursing, education, business, technology, and social work.
We are looking for passionate and purposeful individuals who represent the full diversity of Aurora and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, identity, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at AU, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
At AU we believe that continuous learning is a fundamental part of working life, and our goal is for all colleagues on our campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support our community by providing all employees with opportunities to engage in professional development activities, as well as a range of tuition and employee benefits that can be found Position Purpose:
The Director of Wellness Center is responsible for the overall development, planning and operation of Aurora University's Wellness Center including Health Services and Counseling Services programs. This includes intentional management of referrals to TimelyCare, AU's 24/7 medical and mental telehealth service. The Director serves as a key member of the University's Behavioral Intervention Team, which is responsible for determining interventions for students who may be disruptive or distressed. The Director provides ongoing review of services offered, including assessment of student needs and utilization of Wellness Center services, both in-person and via TimelyCare. Core Competencies: Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University. Upholds the Mission Statement: At Aurora University, our singular goal is to empower students to achieve lasting personal and professional success. We do this by being an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and purposeful lives. Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business. Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned.
Essential Job Functions:
Recruit, hire, train and supervise Health Services and Counseling Services staff. Recruit, hire, train and supervise MSW student interns. Responsible for budgeting and managing expenses for the department. Analyze student data to provide data driven recommendation to create or modify campus wellness based programming. Oversee programming and communications across the university to foster support and assist with student mental health and holistic wellness needs. Implement screening, assessment, diagnosis, case management and treatment planning tools to provide students with needed services via telehealth referrals and/or in-person clinical services. Serve as a member of the Behavioral Intervention Team. Provide short-term clinical counseling services within a culturally competent framework to university undergraduate and graduate students. Make referrals to outside providers and services as appropriate. Serve as a campus community mental health expert offering consultative services to faculty, staff, administrations, athletic staff, and families in a variety of modalities ranging from informal individual consultation to structured workshops and trainings. Provide risk assessments and make appropriate recommendations and referrals. Provide substance abuse or behavioral health assessments after disciplinary violations to provide recommendations regarding treatment and to inform necessary sanctions or corrective actions. Participate in campus outreach initiatives and activities. Liaise with Human Resources to coordinate campus wide communication and training regarding health concerns. Execute other projects and responsibilities as assigned. Essential Job Requirements:
Education: Masters or Doctoral degree in a mental health discipline (Social Work, Counseling or Clinical Psychology) and licensed, as a mental health provider in the state of Illinois required.
Special Requirements:
Licensed as a mental health provider as outlined by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (). LCSW license required. Be available outside of work hours ("on call") for consultation regarding referrals to the Behavioral Intervention Team and/or other crises as appropriate. Experience:
A minimum of four years post-licensure experience or equivalent preferred. Experience in a higher education environment (preferred) and/or with adults and young adults required.
Skills:
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, with a high degree of independent organization, communication, and ethical practice. Clinical experience relevant to working with college students or young adult populations. Experience providing crisis intervention. Well-developed public speaking skills; interest and comfort in providing outreach and consultation to groups. Ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships with all campus constituencies. Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and written and oral communication skills. Physical Requirements:
The ability to interact in person, via electronic media, and on the telephone. The ability to move about campus and between locations. The ability to spend long periods of time standing or sitting The anticipated pay rate for this position is $80,000-$90,000 per year.
This compensation is subject to change at the sole discretion of the university, based on institutional needs.
The pay range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted amount the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The final pay rate will not be below the lowest pay rate listed herein.
Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission. Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aurora University offers competitive, flexible benefits to eligible employees. Health Insurance Choice of HMO or PPO offered through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Dental and Vision Insurance Choice of two dental plans and vision insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield. Life Insurance and AD&D 1.5 times annual salary, dependent on age. Additional life insurance also may be purchased for self, spouse, and children. Long Term Disability 60% of salary, taxable and nontaxable options. TIAA Retirement Account The University offers a 403b retirement plan, administered by TIAA. Matching contributions offered first day of employment to eligible employees, at the discretion of the University and Board of Directors. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) FSAs are available for medical costs and dependent care costs. Paid Time Off Vacation, personal, and sick leave are provided to eligible employees. Holidays The university observes nine major holidays where the university is closed. Tuition Assistance Tuition assistance for AU undergraduate courses is available to eligible employees and eligible family members beginning the term following one (1) year of regular, full-time employment. Tuition assistance for graduate programs paid at 60% for employee following Senior Leadership approval. Tuition Exchange Consortiums AU is a member of the Tuition Exchange (TE) and the Council of Independent Colleges Tuition Exchange Program (CIC-TEP) enabling full-time employees and eligible family members to be eligible for tuition assistance at more than 600 universities nationwide. Eligibility for the CIC-TEP and TE programs is one (1) year of regular, full-time employment as of 8/31.
To see more benefits details and breakdowns please see our benefits guide 01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Professional degree Doctorate degree Doctor of Philosophy
02
How many years of professional experience do you have, post licensure?
No experience Less than 2 years of experience 2 years but less than 4 years of experience 4 years but less than 6 years experience 6 or more years of experience
03
Do you have experience counseling adults and young adults?
Yes No
04
Do you have a prior experience working in higher education ?
Yes No
05
Do you have a LCSW or LCPC license/certification in the state of Illinois?
Yes No
06
Do you understand that this position is not remote and will require you to be onsite or work in a hybrid capacity within the Chicagoland area?
Yes No
Required Question