MFT Program Director & Department Chair, Assistant or Associate Professor

Job Summary :

A Jesuit institution located in the thriving Denver, Colorado metro area, Regis University invites applicants for MFT Program Director, Assistant / Associate Professor position in the Department of Couple and Family Therapy;

this is a full-time, 12-month position. Co-housed with the Department of Counseling within the School of Mental and Behavioral Health and uniquely positioned in the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions, the Department of Couple and Family Therapy utilizes a state-of-the-art training clinic, maintains strong community partnerships, and provides opportunities for inter-professional education and the delivery of integrated healthcare.

We seek a visionary leader who can expand on the MFT Program’s strengths and who can capitalize on synergies with other programs in the School and College.

Most duties are carried out at the Interprofessional Health Campus in Thornton, CO. Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking) applicants are encouraged to apply.

Faculty presence is required in the office on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 9 AM to 2 PM, and for evening classes in the master’s program.

This role is not suitable for faculty seeking remote-only positions.

Regis University is a nationally recognized Jesuit Catholic university located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in northwest Denver, CO, whose purpose is to prepare leaders in service of others.

The University was recently designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). We strive to recruit faculty who identify with our diverse student population and who are committed to creating an inclusive academic community that is characterized by mutual respect for people of all social distinctions.

Working at Regis University

As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures.

Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students.

Take a moment to consider our Total Rewards package :

• A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses, and dependents
• Paid Mission leave to give employees time to volunteer in the community
• Options for flexible work
• Additional time off each year when the University closes for Winter Break
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Instructions to Applicants :

Please prepare the following materials for submission. All applications must be submitted through the University’s online job application site : http : / / jobs.regis.edu

1. A letter of application including the candidate’s interests, experiences and qualifications related to the responsibilities of the position.

In your letter, please specifically address your interest in Regis University and how your experiences and qualifications make you a suitable candidate for this position.

2. A current curriculum vitae.

3. The names, telephone numbers, and email addresses for three professional references.

4. If selected for a final interview, the candidate will write an essay about how the candidate’s teaching philosophy, scholarship interests, and service fit with the Regis University mission.

Applications received by October 21st, 2024 will receive full consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

The MFT Program Director is responsible for oversight of the outcome-based education framework, assessment activities, curriculum, clinical training program, facilities, services, and the maintenance and enhancement of the program’s quality.

The MFT Program Director also serves as the Couple and Family Therapy Department Chair, and has supervisory responsibility for the MFT faculty.

Responsibilities include teaching; curriculum development; student advising and mentoring; service to the department, school, college, university and community;

research; and clinical supervision. Faculty practice is encouraged. This role is 60% teaching, 20% scholarship and 20% service.

The teaching load is 9 courses (27 credits) per 12-month contract period. Course release is available to allow for Program Director and Chair responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified individuals must have an earned doctoral degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or a closely related field.

Must be license-eligible in the state of Colorado; licensure candidacy or full licensure must be secured within two months of the start date.

Must be an AAMFT Approved Supervisor or AAMFT Supervisor Candidate (Supervisor Candidate who assumes this role must become an AAMFT Approved Supervisor within three years.)

Preferred Qualifications

Commitment to the values of the Regis Jesuit mission and fostering a sense of community and belonging

Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking)

Clinical experience providing counseling to clients of underserved backgrounds

Training and experience as a clinical supervisor

Excellent collegiality and collaboration skills

Innovative and adaptive teaching approaches

Experience integrating research with practice and teaching

Willing to invest in a collaborative, team-based approach within the Department and School.