Whitworth University
Program Director, Marriage and Family Therapy
Whitworth University, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Whitworth University invites applications for a Program Director of our successful COAMFTE-accredited Marriage and Family Therapy masters program. The position is set to begin in July 2025. The successful candidate will bring their strengths to our welcoming community, contributing to the mission of the university and the Marriage and Family Therapy master program. This position provides oversight, leadership, and direction for the Marriage and Family (MFT) master’s program. The program director holds a full-time 11-month non-tenure track faculty position, teaches courses, and supervises practicum and internships.
The starting salary for the selected candidate will be within the posted range and based on their experience. Responsible for MFT program development, recruitment and oversight. Assesses program for potential enhancements. Responsible for all aspects of curriculum development, maintenance, and improvements. Assists with providing ongoing supervision for MFT faculty, administrative staff, graduate assistants and student workers. Serves on MFT admissions committee, counseling team, GSE Leadership Team, and other University committees as needed. Coordinate advising and course scheduling with GSE Advisor/Assistant Director. Oversees and manages MFT budget. Assist in ensuring that the MFT program complies with COAMFTE accreditation standards. Oversee the development and implementation of the MFT assessment plan. Assists with marketing of services, programs, and events. Attend state/national meetings related to the MFT program as needed. Teaches graduate marriage and family therapy (MFT) courses and other courses in the graduate program as needed. Provide university clinical supervision of practicum and internship students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program. Active involvement and participation in appropriate professional and scholarly activities including research, state, regional and national organizations/professional associations, supervision and clinical practice. Participate in university activities and governance (i.e., Attend faculty assemblies, professional development days, retreats, committees, etc.). Education and License Doctoral/Terminal degree. Licensed or license-eligible in Washington state as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Whitworth Values A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning. Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities, and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives. A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church. Preferred Doctoral/Terminal degree in marriage and family therapy from a COAMFTE program. Clinical Fellow status with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), and Approved Supervisor status with AAMFT Five or more years of counseling experience. Clinical teaching experience at the graduate level. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing their qualifications, teaching effectiveness, licensure status and interest in the position, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The starting salary for the selected candidate will be within the posted range and based on their experience. Responsible for MFT program development, recruitment and oversight. Assesses program for potential enhancements. Responsible for all aspects of curriculum development, maintenance, and improvements. Assists with providing ongoing supervision for MFT faculty, administrative staff, graduate assistants and student workers. Serves on MFT admissions committee, counseling team, GSE Leadership Team, and other University committees as needed. Coordinate advising and course scheduling with GSE Advisor/Assistant Director. Oversees and manages MFT budget. Assist in ensuring that the MFT program complies with COAMFTE accreditation standards. Oversee the development and implementation of the MFT assessment plan. Assists with marketing of services, programs, and events. Attend state/national meetings related to the MFT program as needed. Teaches graduate marriage and family therapy (MFT) courses and other courses in the graduate program as needed. Provide university clinical supervision of practicum and internship students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program. Active involvement and participation in appropriate professional and scholarly activities including research, state, regional and national organizations/professional associations, supervision and clinical practice. Participate in university activities and governance (i.e., Attend faculty assemblies, professional development days, retreats, committees, etc.). Education and License Doctoral/Terminal degree. Licensed or license-eligible in Washington state as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Whitworth Values A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning. Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities, and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives. A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church. Preferred Doctoral/Terminal degree in marriage and family therapy from a COAMFTE program. Clinical Fellow status with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), and Approved Supervisor status with AAMFT Five or more years of counseling experience. Clinical teaching experience at the graduate level. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing their qualifications, teaching effectiveness, licensure status and interest in the position, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr