"Director of Clinical Mental Health Counseling"

Director of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Company:

Marietta College

Job Location:

Category:

Counseling and Psychological Services

Type:

Full-Time

Position Summary:

This is a 12-month, full-time administrative faculty appointment. The Director will report to the Provost and serve as a key member of the College's academic leadership team, guiding the continued growth and excellence of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program within a low-residency format.

Grounded in the College's mission and commitment to student-centered education, this role encompasses leadership in academic oversight, faculty development, and student success. The Director will manage program operations, ensure adherence to accreditation and licensure standards, oversee assessment and continuous improvement processes, and foster partnerships to enhance clinical training opportunities.

Essential Functions of the Position:

1. Provide visionary academic leadership and set the strategic direction for the Counselor Education program.
2. Oversee and coordinate all efforts related to Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accreditation, ensuring the program remains in full compliance with licensure and accreditation standards.
3. Guide the institution through necessary accreditation reviews, including HLC, CACREP, and ODHE processes.
4. Recruit, appoint, and conduct evaluations of faculty and instructional staff.
5. Direct curriculum planning, program assessment, academic scheduling, and faculty course assignments.
6. Administer the program's independent budget and oversee fiscal planning and operations.
7. Develop strategies to grow enrollment while aligning faculty capacity and field placements with program expansion.
8. Cultivate an inclusive and dynamic online learning community.
9. Teach at least two courses each term and provide supervision for practicum and internship placements when needed.
10. Partner with university administration and academic divisions to support program integration and uphold academic quality.
11. Lead initiatives in student recruitment, admissions, academic advising, and preparation for licensure.
12. Support faculty growth and professional development while advancing contributions to the counseling field.
13. Establish and strengthen clinical partnerships to secure practicum and internship opportunities.
14. Implement continuous program assessment and quality improvement measures.

Requirements:

Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution.
2. Active licensure, or eligibility for licensure, as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
3. Demonstrated excellence in teaching within counselor education, ideally with online instruction experience.
4. Proven expertise in CACREP standards, processes, and reporting requirements.
5. At least two years of full-time faculty experience in a counselor education program.
6. Strong record of leadership, organizational management, and effective communication.
7. Ability to thrive in an online/remote work setting while fostering community among faculty and students.

Additional Required Experience:

1. Demonstrated success in launching or leading new academic programs.
2. Demonstrated leadership experience, such as that of department chair, unit head, etc.
3. Thorough knowledge of national counseling trends and counselor licensure requirements.
4. Experience cultivating partnerships with clinical training sites.
5. Familiarity with online education platforms and best practices in virtual pedagogy.
6. Significant involvement in counseling program accreditation processes (ACA, CACREP).
7. Credentials meeting CMHC licensure requirements to supervise student clinical training.
8. Background in supervising counselors and teaching at the graduate level.
9. Ongoing practice as a licensed counselor with certifications that reflect professional areas of expertise.

Physical Requirements:

1. Primarily sedentary work in an office setting.
2. The ability to navigate to various buildings on campus for meetings, training, and other College gatherings.
3. Use of office equipment including computers, printers, copiers with lifting of less than 20lb occasionally to fill machines or move files.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All applications/resumes must be submitted through this online process. We regret that we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted by mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please be sure to provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating your application materials have been received.

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