Job Description

As Academic Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical training experiences of students while fostering community ties. This is an opportunity to leverage your counselling expertise and administrative acumen in a dynamic and rewarding setting.Reporting directly to the Academic Director, the Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations as they relate to students and clinical supervisors involved in practicum school activities. The Manager plays a key role in administering student pathways and fostering relationships between the Centre, professional associations, media, and local community organizations. With a focus on both administration and clinical management, this position ensures the delivery of high-quality services while supporting the professional growth of students. Responsibilities include: Office Administration/Management, Student/Academic Success, Community Engagement/Branding and General Operations.This is a full time (35 hours per week) permanent position located in the heart of Ottawa, ON.Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a solid client base.
• Evaluate the quality of the Centre's services and suggest improvements where necessary.
• Supervise and oversee the administrative team within the Centre.
• Collect and administer all internal evaluations.
• Administer case assignments, including monitoring student workloads and reassignment tasks.
• Create and manage clinical supervision groups, exposing students to a range of supervision styles.
• Supervise and guide students' internship searches while maintaining strong relationships with local community organizations, students, and external institutions.
• Evaluate students' overall internship experiences and assess the quality of each placement site.
• Maintain a register of internships and institutions and make recommendations regarding placement sites.
• Build and maintain professional relationships within the Ottawa area.
• Collaborate with Recruitment and Communications Services to promote the Centre's offerings and establish ties in the community.
• Respond to inquiries about the Centre and publicize its services through tours and information-sharing events.
• Promote the Centre to the public and strengthen valuable connections with professional associations.

Knowledge and Experience:Mandatory:

• Advanced bilingualism in English and French (written and oral).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to form meaningful professional relationships.
• Knowledge of assessment processes and clinical file management.
• Exceptional organizational skills, ability to work independently, and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated initiative, team collaboration skills, and dynamism to meet demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work on-site in office, full time.

Nice to have:

• University Master's degree in Counselling or a related discipline.
• Counselling experience.
• CRPO / OPAO membership.
• Experience in marketing and promotion.
• Familiarity with local community agencies and organizations.
• Case management expertise.
• Proven experience in personnel management, administration, and budget management.

This is a full time permanent position with comprehensive medical/dental benefits, generous vacation, continuous learning and development, opportunity for internal advancement and a pension plan. Apply today or contact your recruiter directly for more info.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4154. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.xc2xa9 2025 Robert Half. By clicking xe2x80x9cApply Now,xe2x80x9d you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half est la premixc3xa8re et la plus grande firme de solutions de gestion des talents spxc3xa9cialisxc3xa9es au monde, qui met en relation des chercheurs d'emploi hautement qualifixc3xa9s avec des opportunitxc3xa9s au sein de grandes entreprises. Nous offrons...

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