Adjunct Faculty - MFTO Clinical Supervisor

Abilene Christian University•Dallas, TX

13d

About The Position

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. ‌ Basic Responsibilities: A. Provide weekly group supervision for the Internship courses (MFTO 591-598) and Internship Continuation (MFTO 617, 698, 692, 693), if required B. Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, and implementation of the Internship portion of the curriculum. Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. A. Provide weekly group supervision for the Internship courses (MFTO 591-598) and Internship Continuation (MFTO 617, 698, 692, 693), if required 1. Conduct weekly synchronous supervision sessions. 2. Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical. 3. Facilitate class size of approximately 8 students. 4. Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters. 5. Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner. 6. Provide supervision about case management skills, general clinical issues, developing clinical skills, and Internship site dynamics. 7. Support students as they prepare for the Capstone Theory of Change Paper and Clinical Presentation. 8. Enter final course grades by deadline. 9. Alert faculty and/or program director to any student issues. This includes performance issues (e.g. failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism). 10. Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Faculty Guidelines, and those specified by ACU’s College of Health and Human Services. B. Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, and implementation of the Internship portion of the curriculum. 1. Provide feedback to the program director for program and/or course improvement. 2. Participate in Faculty Program Clinical Supervisor meetings, at least three times a year. 3. Attend/complete program and CHHS faculty training and provide credentialing/records updates as required. 4. Gain and maintain knowledge of trends and information pertaining to the program and field through current practice, professional reading, active research and/or continuing education. ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Questions? Contact Human Resources at humanresources@acu.edu or call 325-674-2359.

Requirements

Attention to detail and follow through.
Time management skills.
Maintain confidentiality.
Computer proficiency.
Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
Provide quality instruction and support to students while maintaining academic and university standards at the master’s level.
Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.
Current and unencumbered licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
Current AAMFT-Approved Supervisor.
Knowledge of COAMFTE accreditation standards and processes.
Microsoft Word, Excel
Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets, and Docs
Canvas and Bridge (on-Line Learning Platforms)
Professional identity as a licensed marriage and family therapist.
Master’s degree in MFT.
Current and unencumbered licensure as a marriage and family therapist.
Designation as a current AAMFT-Approved Supervisor.
Designation as an AAMFT-Approved Supervisor for at least 5 years.
Evidence of training in providing virtual supervision.
Computer literate in software and internet-based applications.
Proficient in APA style.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to view and manage roles and responsibilities in relation to the larger mission, goals, and perspective of the University.
Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
Capacity to quickly learn new software applications.
Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty, and staff.
Access to reliable internet connection.

Nice To Haves

Preference is given to graduates from COAMFTE programs.
Instructional experience and working in a team environment, including in an online environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide weekly group supervision for the Internship courses (MFTO 591-598) and Internship Continuation (MFTO 617, 698, 692, 693), if required
Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, and implementation of the Internship portion of the curriculum.
Conduct weekly synchronous supervision sessions.
Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
Facilitate class size of approximately 8 students.
Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters.
Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner.
Provide supervision about case management skills, general clinical issues, developing clinical skills, and Internship site dynamics.
Support students as they prepare for the Capstone Theory of Change Paper and Clinical Presentation.
Enter final course grades by deadline.
Alert faculty and/or program director to any student issues. This includes performance issues (e.g. failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism).
Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Faculty Guidelines, and those specified by ACU’s College of Health and Human Services.
Provide feedback to the program director for program and/or course improvement.
Participate in Faculty Program Clinical Supervisor meetings, at least three times a year.
Attend/complete program and CHHS faculty training and provide credentialing/records updates as required.
Gain and maintain knowledge of trends and information pertaining to the program and field through current practice, professional reading, active research and/or continuing education.