Summary
The School of Health Professions at Long Island University (LIU Brooklyn) is seeking a full-time, nontenure-track (NTTA) faculty position in the Mental Health Counseling / Marriage and Family Therapy program. The successful candidate will contribute to the academic and clinical training of graduate students preparing for professional practice in mental health counseling and marriage and family therapy.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and teach graduate-level courses in mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, counseling theories, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, ethics, professional identity, and related areas of clinical practice, consistent with program needs and the candidate’s expertise.
- Coordinate, monitor, and oversee students’ clinical placements, including practicum and internship experiences, in collaboration with clinical site supervisors and university personnel.
- Lead recruitment initiatives to meet or exceed enrollment and engagement targets.
- Establish and maintain relationships with community agencies, hospitals, counseling centers, private practices, and other approved clinical training sites to support student placement opportunities.
- Provide academic advising, professional development guidance, and mentorship to graduate students throughout their academic and clinical training.
- Monitor student progress in clinical placements, review clinical evaluations, facilitate communication with site supervisors, and support students in meeting program competencies and professional expectations.
- Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, continuous improvement initiatives, and accreditation-related activities.
- Participate in faculty meetings, departmental initiatives, student recruitment and retention activities, and other service responsibilities consistent with a full-time non-tenure-track appointment.
Minimum Qualifications
- An earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, Marriage and Family Therapy, , Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution or recognized equivalent.
- Current, active New York State licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and/or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), as appropriate to the candidate’s clinical background and assigned responsibilities.
- Demonstrated clinical experience in mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related area.
- Experience teaching, training, supervising, or mentoring graduate students in a counseling, psychotherapy, or related behavioral health program.
- Knowledge of clinical practicum and internship requirements, professional competencies, and ethical and legal standards governing mental health counseling and marriage and family therapy.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate clinical placements and collaborate effectively with clinical site supervisors, community agencies, and other professional partners.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
- A demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices and to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience coordinating clinical training, practicum, internship, or field placement programs in a graduate professional training program.
- Experience with curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement.
- Familiarity with applicable New York State education and professional licensing requirements.
- Experience with clinical supervision, supervision models, and the evaluation of student clinical competencies.
- A record of professional engagement, scholarly activity, clinical practice, or service relevant to counseling and marriage and family therapy education.
- Experience developing and maintaining partnerships with community-based mental health providers and clinical training sites.
Applicants should submit the following materials for consideration:
- A current curriculum vitae.
- A cover letter describing their qualifications, teaching experience, clinical background, and interest in the position.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Additional materials may be requested during the search process.
LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.