Director, Student Well-Being

Harford Community College ( HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, 18 days paid vacation and 3 personal leave days. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

The Director for Student Well-Being oversees the Office of Student Well-Being and reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Development. This position will support the achievement of the College's vision of serving as a regional leader in education and workforce development, offering transformative programs that drive individual growth and shared prosperity. The Director will enact the transformative mission of community colleges by engaging students with cultural competence and a deep understanding of the diverse communities we serve.

In collaboration with key internal and external partners, the Director will design, implement, and assess holistic wellbeing initiatives that address barriers and support academic success, personal growth, and resilience. The incumbent is responsible for program development, case management, resource development, community outreach, training, and advocacy. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to; transition, physical and mental health, student safety, personal crisis, financial emergencies, and integration into campus life. While overseeing these activities the Director will ensure compliance with College policies and external regulations.

The Director does not provide therapy; rather, the incumbent will help facilitate access to, and appropriate utilization of, College and/or community services while guiding students toward appropriate self-care, self-management, and self-advocacy. This position requires a strong understanding of student wellbeing support systems and would benefit from a licensed mental health professional with credentials such as LCSW, LCMFT, or LCPC.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Master's Degree in counseling, human services, social work, psychology or related field

This is an on-site position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required based on the operational needs of the College.