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Position Information
Position Title
Clinic Director
Position Type
Regular
Job Number
SA89624
Full or Part Time
full-time 40 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification
Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range
$95,000 - $100,000
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of
the compensation range for this position. This range takes into
account a variety of factors that are considered in making
compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other
business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined
based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as
well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated
pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Serve as a bridge and liaison between the Frances Smith Center and
the MFT Department. Direct and oversee operations of the Frances
Smith Center for Individual and Family Therapy. Duties include the
management, oversight, and direct administration of daily Center
operations including oversight of the Center budget and procedures.
Monitor student-client hours related to graduation, and work with
program clinical supervisors to ensure the quality of services that
are being provided by the students to clients in the community.
Represent the Center at various community meetings and
organizations for referrals, including marketing of the Center‘s
services on-campus and to the local community, as well as develop
and revise marketing tools as needed. Collaborate with the MFT
Department Chair to ensure continuity of didactic training within
the MFT Program. Develop and conduct Center orientation for new
students.
Provide general clinical oversight for all MFT students in the
Center, including being available for clinical emergencies and
crisis intervention (this may include some evenings/weekends).
Follow all statutes and regulations from the California Board of
Behavioral Sciences ( BBS ) and accreditation standards from the
Commission on Accreditation for Marriage & Family Therapy
Education ( COAMFTE ). The Director will conduct a clinical review
of all client files, develop and update Center policies and
procedures, legal forms, and documents related to practicum
training, organize and participate in MFT Department related
activities, participate on Clinical Advancement Exam committees and
the MFT Practicum Committee ( MPC ). Co-supervise the graduate
student worker and provide general clinical oversight for all MFT
students in the Center (avg. 20-30 students per semester).
Responsibilities
Clinic Operations/Administration
- Daily operations of the Frances Smith Center for Individual and
Family Therapy ( FSC )
Review new client intakes prior to assignment to ensure they
meet MFT scope of practice and competence for a first-year MFT
Trainee.
Provide referrals when referring our clients to community
partners that do not meet the MFT scope of practice and competence
for a first-year MFT Trainee.
Ensure all client files meet best clinical practice
guidelines.
Represent the Center at various community meetings and
organizations for referrals.
Prepare and/or review written reports and correspondence prior
to their release. (e.g. client letters/reports, letters to referral
sources, etc.)
Respond to all Center client concerns and complaints.
Establish and revise Center policies and procedures and
in-house forms consistent with standards of practice and
legal/ethical guidelines for the field of Marriage & Family
Therapy.
Responsible for the oversight of Center budget and
expenses.
Participate in developing the agenda and co-leading the monthly
program clinical supervisor meeting with the Director of Clinical
Training.
Review each clinic student’s performance with program clinical
supervisors and consult with them and the Director of Clinical
Training regarding any remedial actions needed to ensure
performance meets MFT Department, University, BBS and COAMFTE
guidelines.
Participate as a member of the MFT Practicum Committee ( MPC )
to address student clinical training and remediation issues.
Oversee risk management issues and link with appropriate
University resources.
Collaborate with the MFT Department Chair to review the annual
risk management insurance renewal documents.
Respond to all request for records from Chapman Legal Affairs
and Center clients as the Custodian of Records.
Work collaboratively with the MFT Department Chair to interview
new clinical supervisor candidates.
Train new program clinical supervisor candidates on clinic
policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the MFT Department Chair to coordinate the
Advanced Clinical Training offered each semester (Fall, Spring and
Summer).
Work collaboratively with the MFT Administrative Assistant in
allocating expenses and monitoring daily activities to ensure the
clinic is within budget each fiscal year.
Work collaboratively with the MFT Administrative Assistant to
maintain the Center’s account with the electronic health record –
Clinic Note.
Work collaboratively with the MFT Administrative Assistant to
collect and tabulate data required for the Communities of Interest
Meetings and COAMFTE reaccreditation efforts.
Attend monthly MFT operations meeting, monthly MFT Student
Leadership meeting, bimonthly MFT Alumni Advisory Board meeting,
biannual Communities of Interest Meeting and MFT Department
events.
Clinical Training
- Assist the MFT Department Chair and MFT Director of Clinical
Training in oversight of clinical experience courses ( MFT 694
and/or 696).
- Assign MFT students to Individual/Group Supervision and
Practicum Collaboration experiences.
- Ensure compliance with BBS regulations and COAMFTE standards
regarding clinical training and advise MFT Department Chair as
appropriate.
- Collaborate with the MFT Department Chair to ensure continuity
between didactic clinical training within the MFT Program.
- Co-supervise the MFT Graduate Student Worker and provide
general clinical oversight of the Center’s MFT trainees during
their one-year practicum experience.
- Respond to all clinical questions and concerns in a timely
manner (48hour responses for all non-emergency issues).
- Provide general clinical oversight to MFT Trainees and be
available for Center emergencies (which may include some
evenings/weekends).
- Maintain knowledge of current BBS laws and regulations as they
pertain to the MFT license.
- Maintain knowledge of COAMFTE accreditation standards as they
pertain to the clinical training of MFT students.
- Review, monitor, and trouble-shoot with program clinical
supervisors regarding student-client contact hours related to
graduation.
- Participate on all Clinical Advancement Exam committees to
evaluate student readiness and competence to begin Center
practicum.
- Conduct Center orientation for all MFT students entering the
Center for their one-year practicum (Fall and Spring
semesters).
- Participate as a member of the MFT Practicum Committee ( MPC )
for any student training and remediation needs.
- Maintain annual membership in professional organizations (
CAMFT and AAMFT ).
- Consult with both professional organizations as needed on any
legal/ethical and/or clinical practice issues that may emerge.
Chapman University and Community Outreach
- Liaison between Center and other departments within Crean
College and on-campus university offices.
- Liaison between Center and outside agencies and build
relationships with referral sources in the local community.
- Attend the bimonthly Orange County MFT Consortium Meeting.
- Represent the Center at community mental health events.
- Coordinate within the MFT Department Chair, Crean Development
Coordinator and University Relations in the pursuit of outside
funding sources via grants and donations from community members,
organizations and MFT alumni.
- Develop marketing tools, including brochures, website updates,
and flyers, to disseminate to the community.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy or related
field such as psychology, counseling, or human development;
California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 2 years
post-license, 15 hours supervision training (in accordance with
California BBS supervision regulations in order to provide general
clinical oversight in California. Note: This position will not have
a direct clinical supervisor role.)
- Ability to exercise independent thinking and judgment with
respect to clinical and crisis issues.
- Knowledge of current BBS regulations and ability to translate
state laws and regulations into Center policies and procedures.
Knowledge of COAMFTE accreditation standards as they pertain to MFT
student clinical training.
- Working knowledge and experience in the application and
interpretation of legal and ethical regulations pertaining to the
practice of marriage and family therapy.
- Strong verbal communication skills with proven ability to share
procedural information in a clear, accurate and concise manner;
experience with public speaking and presentations.
- Proven ability to prepare clear, concise and grammatically
correct documents, reports and correspondence.
- Proven ability to analyze data and propose solutions to
problems utilizing critical thinking skills necessary for analysis
and program project management.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and
written.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively as a team member within
the MFT department, college staff, campus offices and university
administration.
- Computer skills including use of Microsoft office and
Adobe.
- Ability to provide general clinical oversight and train MFT
Trainees, including development of training workshops.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Strong commitment to student and client service.
- Active participation in the MFT professional community with the
ability to network.
- Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff,
students, alumni, clients, college staff, university offices and
members of the community.
Desired Qualifications
- Doctorate Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy or related
field such as psychology, counseling, or human development.
Special Instructions to Applicants
At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives through
in-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and
employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff
each day to support our vibrant university community.
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides
equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of
their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and
employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national
origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental
disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital
status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic
protected by state or federal law.
Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently
authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion
and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to
the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the
Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.
Minimum Number of References
2
Maximum Number of References
3
Pre-screening Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Certification/License
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Curriculum Vitae
- 3 References Listed on One Page
