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Primary Purpose:

Oversees the operations at the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic; manages Family Therapy internships and practica; and collaborates in community and university-wide projects.

Job Category: Exempt

Hiring Range:  Commensurate with experience

Pay Basis:  Annually

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

Director, Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic Responsibilities:
1. Manages and oversees operations of the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic.
2. Coordinates clinical services with DFT Chair and CEO for NSU Clinics.
3. Develops contracts, grants, and funding sources to support the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic.
4. Develops training workshops, continuing education offerings, and other services to promote
clinical excellence.
5. Oversees the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic Office Manager and daily operations.
6. Develops, implements, and evaluates family therapy policies and procedures with reference to
University and unit policies and procedures.
7. Develops policy manuals, brochures, and other clinical publications.
8. Ensures the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic compliance of procedures and risk management measures.
9. Organizes and supervise family therapy practica and internships.
10. Maintains student records in reference to the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic work, clinical records, and others.
11. Coordinates and organize the Clinical Institute along with DFT staff and faculty.
12. Provides support for faculty educational, research, and scholarly activities at the Individual, Couple and Family Therapy Clinic.
13. Assists in meeting regional, state, federal and professional accreditation standards, and
requirements.
14. Develops and executes new clinical and community programs for the school.
15. Serves on Department, School, and University committees related to clinical services.
16. Coordinates service activities with other clinical units and collaborate with other school
offices and NSU departments, including CEO for NSU Clinics and Marketing Director/Clinical Liaison.
17. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Faculty Responsibilities:
1. Assists in the recruitment and admission of students to departments and institutes of the College.
2. Participates in the establishment of academic standards to be met by the students.
3. Participates in the establishment of curricula and the approval of all courses of instruction.
4. Participates in the setting of requirements for all degrees to be conferred.
5. Participates in the certification of students who have completed requirements for degrees and the recommendation of such students to the Board of Trustees.
6. Assists in the establishment of general standards to be met by the educational and research programs conducted within the College.
7. Evaluates students fairly on the basis of their academic performance.
8. Encourages free and open discussion, inquiry, and expression by students.
9. Provides competent instruction and advisement.
10. Treats information about students' beliefs, academic records, political attitudes, and personal lives as confidential information.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Ability to apply brief systemic post-modern concepts.

Required Certifications/Licensures: AAMFT Approved Supervisor status or demonstrated eligibility.

Required Education: Doctoral Degree

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: 1. One (1) year of practice as a licensed marriage and family therapist or in a related mental health discipline.
2. Background in systemic theory, therapy, teaching, and supervision.
3. Research background in qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Grounding in the teaching and training of the Equine Assisted Family Therapy approach.
2. Experience collaborating with community partners in developing funding opportunities, overseeing clinical projects, and guiding master's level clinical interns.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.