Clinical Manager, Training and Testing

Join Our Mission to Create the Healthiest Campus in the Nation

Boynton Health serves University of Minnesota Twin Cities students, staff, and faculty by providing comprehensive health care with a public health approach to campus wellbeing. Guided by our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of University students and the campus community, and grounded in our values of justice, equity, diversity & inclusivity, community, access, quality, and teamwork, we are committed to delivering exceptional, inclusive care. The University is excited to expand and strengthen its mental health services for students by integrating student counseling and mental health services into one unit, Boynton Mental Health & Counseling. This integration optimizes our resources, supports our dedicated staff, and most importantly, increases student access to mental health care and wellbeing.

As part of this strategic integration, Boynton Health is pleased to announce the creation of several Mental Health Clinical Manager roles, who will provide strategic leadership to designated mental health service lines. The Clinical Manager, Training and Testing plays a key role in ensuring students have access to high-quality mental health care and that mental health staff are supported through strong leadership, infrastructure, and vision.

General Statement of Responsibilities:

The Clinical Manager of Training and Testing provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Training and Testing program, ensuring its effectiveness, growth, and alignment with the broader mission of Boynton Health. In collaboration with the Director of Mental Health and Counseling, this role drives the program's development by enhancing clinical training infrastructure, advancing educational innovation, and cultivating strategic partnerships. The Clinical Manager also delivers direct clinical services to eligible University of Minnesota students and serves as the primary liaison for maintaining and advancing accreditation through the American Psychological Association (APA). Additionally, this leader champions an inclusive, psychologically safe work environment by fostering open communication, modeling equity-driven practices, and proactively addressing team concerns to promote a culture of trust and accountability.

Detailed Job Responsibilities:

Leadership Responsibilities (25%):

• Provides strategic leadership and mentoring to clinical staff engaged in training delivery, ensuring excellence in trainee development and alignment with the program's educational mission.
  
  
• Leads the design and implementation of program policies and procedures, ensuring the Training and Testing program operates in accordance with ethical standards, evidence-based practices, and regulatory compliance at the institutional, state, and federal levels.
  
  
• Utilizes data analytics and performance metrics to evaluate service utilization and program outcomes, identifying trends and opportunities to drive strategic growth and continuous improvement of the Training and Testing program.
  
  
• Advises senior leadership by developing evidence-informed recommendations to strengthen the program's structure, scalability, and long-term sustainability in alignment with Boynton Health's mental health strategic priorities.
  
  
• Ensures delivery of high-quality, efficient clinical training services, optimizing workflows and standardizing practices to meet the evolving needs of trainees and student clients.
  
  
• Leads purposeful team meetings, fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and shared accountability for training excellence and operational performance.
  
  
• Oversees onboarding and role readiness for new staff, delivering targeted orientation, training, and consultation to ensure seamless integration and alignment with the program's goals and values.
  
  
• Partners with the Operations Team to implement system-wide improvements, applying continuous quality improvement (CQI) frameworks to enhance service consistency, clinical learning environments, and operational impact.
  
  
• Drives communication strategies to increase awareness and utilization of Training and Testing services, promoting access through targeted outreach and internal engagement across departments.
  
  
• Serves as a key representative for the Training and Testing program, actively contributing to institutional workgroups, strategic planning sessions, and cross-functional initiatives to advance the quality and integration of clinical services across the organization.
  
  

Clinical Responsibilities (75%):

• Provide scheduled in-person and virtual, individual, and group mental health and counseling services to eligible University of Minnesota students.
• Facilitate referrals to on- and off-campus supportive services, including academic departments, university support services, and community mental health care (i.e., specialized services for higher-level care needs).
• Assess risk and safety, and provide immediate referrals and access to services as appropriate, such as urgent counseling.
• Provide backup urgent/crisis counseling coverage to UMN students during regular clinic hours via phone, telehealth, and in-person in the clinic, depending on the clinic's needs.
• Coordinate services with campus partners (e.g., UMN Care Team, BCT, DRC, ISSS, UMPD) as appropriate.
• Provide clinical supervision and/or participate in training programs for psychology and social work practicum students.
• Promote a safe, equitable, and respectful professional team environment where concerns can be addressed effectively.
• Participate in any needed campus-wide response that requires mental health support.
• Participate in a rotation of end-of-day coverage that may go beyond clinic hours to assist with urgent clinical needs.
• Provides after-hours on-call mental health crisis support as needed

This position also performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS plus at least eight years of experience, or an advanced degree plus at least five years of experience, or a terminal degree plus at least two years of experience.
• One year of experience, which allows for independent licensure as a mental health therapist in Minnesota.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision and training
• 5 years or more of clinical experience in providing short-term and/or specialized mental health services

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD and LP or PsyD and LP from an APA-accredited doctoral program
• Experience in providing training and supervision to doctoral and master's level trainees
• 2 years or more of supervisory experience over mental health professionals.
• Experience working with individuals with a broad range of acuity needs.
• Demonstrated experience with trauma-informed, culturally responsive care
• Familiarity with University of Minnesota and community resources and procedures.

About Boynton Health

Boynton Health's mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of University of Minnesota students and the campus community. Our vision is to ensure that the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is the healthiest campus in the nation.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000/year depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: P&A

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.