Associate Director Psychological Services

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's leading private schools, serving students from pre-K through 12th grade. Founded in 1909 by Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS provides a cost-free, career-focused education and residential experience for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. With a fully endowed program, MHS ensures that students have the resources they need to thrive. The school currently serves approximately 2,200 students and has empowered nearly 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling lives.

MHS is seeking a mission-driven, dedicated and clinically experienced Associate Director of Psychological Services to provide strategic leadership and support to the Director of Psychological Services. This role is critical in overseeing the mental health and wellness initiatives for MHS students and ensuring the delivery of high-quality psychological services. Join our dedicated team and help shape the future of children and adolescents at one of the most unique and impactful educational institutions in the country.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership to a team of 22 psychological services staff (14 full-time, 8 part-time), including psychologists, psychotherapists, behavioral support staff, and administrative professionals.
• Share 24/7 on-call responsibilities for crisis intervention and emergency mental health needs, including consultations for investigations and student safety concerns.
• Represent Psychological Services in Divisional Administrative Leadership Teams, Intervention Teams, and cross-functional wellness initiatives.
• Implementation of the Psychological Services Emergency Response Plan, in collaboration with the Director of Psychological Services.
• Develop proactive mental health programming and capacity-building strategies in both the Homelife and Scholastic domains.
• Serve as a designee for the Director of Psychological Services as needed.

Location: Onsite - Hershey, PA
Salary Range: $124,000 - $165,000 (based on experience) + excellent benefits package
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM + on-call responsibilities

• Master's degree in clinical psychology, counseling, social work, or a related mental health field (required).
• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in psychology or related discipline from an APA-accredited institution (preferred).
• PA Licensure required; LPC or LCSW (acceptable), psychologist licensure (preferred).
• Minimum 8 years of clinical supervision and crisis consultation experience.
• Valid PA driver's license in good standing.

Core Competencies:

• Advanced clinical knowledge in child and adolescent mental health, crisis management, and trauma-informed care.
• Leadership in supervising licensed professionals and managing interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with students, families, and staff.
• Expertise in psychological assessment, suicide and violence lethality evaluation, and case management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and clinical documentation systems.
• Commitment to ethical practice, student-centered care, and continuous learning.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and results oriented.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in high-stakes scenarios.
• Culturally responsive with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of underserved youth.

Work Expectations:

• Flexible availability to meet evolving student needs, including holiday/weekend on-call response.
• Attendance at major school events (e.g., Family Weekends, graduation).
• Commitment to professional development and staying current with evolving clinical best practices.