Program Director, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

6 months ago

Virginia Beach, United States South University Full time

Program Director, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

South University Virginia Beach, VA, 301 Bendix Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States of America Req #2267 Tuesday, July 9, 2024

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Benefits :

*Medical

*Dental

*Vision

FSA/HSA

Tuition Assistant Program

Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K Match 

Generous Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

* includes domestic partner coverage

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Program Director is a member of the full-time core faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who is granted release time to serve an administrative appointment related to managing the daily coordination of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program on campus. Responsibilities include but are not limited to classroom instruction, day-to-day program operations, assisting students toward successful term-by-term progression, managing the curriculum, advising students, hiring and evaluating faculty, creating quarterly schedules, providing budget recommendations, and ensuring CACREP standards and the South University Mission are upheld in all areas of the program. The Program Director engages in professional associations, businesses, and the local community as necessary to promote the visibility and stature of the program. The Program Director abides by the mandates set by the South University Board of Managers, the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, the Campus Director, and the Campus Executive Committee. Please be advised that the position is campus-based in Virginia Beach, VA.

A sign on bonus is available for this position. 

KEY JOB ELEMENTS :

Serves as campus leader of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, responding to all academic matters and expenditures related to the program. Performs instructional duties as assigned and outlined in the Faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook. Selects and develops a Program Advisory Council (PAC) that meets at least twice per year. Participates in faculty development each year as required. Selects, trains, develops, manages, and leads faculty according to the guidelines provided by the Campus Director and Department Chair and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the University/Campus and CACREP. Collects data for Key Performance Indicators, submits quarterly student evaluation forms for all students, and participates in formal evaluation of students as indicated in the Graduate Student Handbook and Clinical Handbook. Partners with the campus leadership (President, Director, and/or Dean) to generate a strategic enrollment plan for the program. In partnership with campus leadership, develops and supports a plan for outreach activities to generate a prospective student pool sufficient to sustain and grow the program, consistent with the strategic enrollment plan. Collaborates with academic counselors, admissions, financial aid, and student services personnel to assist with enrolling qualified students. Effectively administers and grows the program(s), including curriculum development, program assessment, student registration/advisement, and community and campus relations. Supports and executes University initiatives designed to achieve student completion rates as outlined in the Universitys strategic planning. Collaborates with the Campus Director, Department Chair, and fellow Directors concerning scheduling, sharing faculty, curriculum, and other issues to support student learning and facilitate efficient resource use. Notifies the College Dean and Campus Director of any expected or unexpected substantive change within the program and of any change in institutional or programmatic accreditation status or legal authority to provide postsecondary education. Facilitates the submission of required programmatic reports and documentation, including graduation rates, program assessment, performance on state licensing or certification examinations, and employment rates. Provides leadership to core and non-core faculty in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program; completes yearly evaluations of core faculty members; and completes yearly classroom observations for core and non-core faculty members. Supports College-level initiatives and directives to maintain compliance with accreditation and state regulatory criteria and adhere to all University and campus policies and procedures. In the absence of a Department Chair, partner with the College Dean to oversee accreditation activities. Participates in program-related Campus events as indicated, including New Student Orientation, Pinning, graduation, etc. Responds to all program-related inquiries from prospective students, university administration, accrediting bodies, and other community constituents. Other responsibilities as determined by the Campus Director and Department Chair/College Dean.

REQUIREMENTS:  

Earned doctoral degree in a counselor education program, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program, or a related doctoral degree with prior experience as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013. A minimum of 1-2 years experience as an instructor of record in masters and/or doctorate-level face-to-face, on-ground clinical mental health counseling instruction in a post-secondary or college institution.  A minimum of two years prior management experience in higher education or in another organization within the program directors discipline. Membership in a professional association tied to the counseling profession.  Current state licensing/certification required (ex: LPC, LMHP, LMFT).  Shows evidence of sustained professional development and renewal activities related to counseling and evidence of professional service and advocacy in counseling.  For the Savannah campus only: Certification as a qualified clinical supervisor (ACS or CPCS) preferred for clinical training instruction and supervision to include the Georgia Composite Board of PCs, SWs, and MFTs required telemental health certification and/or training in service delivery and supervision. Other requirements specific to the discipline.

E NVIRONMENT:
The individual must be able to travel out of the local area with an occasional overnight stay to participate in a variety of conferences and meetings. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include the ability to adjust focus and close vision.

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