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Professor Of Practice And Clinic DirectorHood College is seeking a full-time (12-month), non-tenure track Professor Of Practice And Clinic Director under the general direction of the Counseling Department Chair and the Dean of the School Of Behavioral And Health Sciences, to start January 2027. Preferred candidates will have an earned doctorate (or significant doctoral coursework completed) in counselor education and supervision from a CACREP-accredited program; candidates with master's degrees in counseling or related fields may also be considered. Preferred candidates will have experience teaching counselor education courses as instructor of record and at least five years of clinical experience that includes clinical supervision. The Professor Of Practice will serve as director of the Counseling program's NeighborHOOD Counseling And Training Center (NCTC) clinic and will teach a reduced courseload.Essential duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Administrative/Supervisory (60%)Oversee the daily operations of the clinic, including:Client screening and assignmentsManagement of the clinic's physical spacesRoom and meeting schedulingEmergency coverage during clinic operating hoursProvide clinical supervision to NCTC counseling trainees8-10 hours per week of individual or triadic clinical supervisionHandle student issues, case consultation, and documentationFacilitate regular clinic orientations and staff meetingsSupervise a graduate assistant and any external doctoral interns (depending on qualifications to do so)Oversee outreach events on campus and in the communityLiaise with campus and community partnersDevelop and maintain community partnerships for NCTC counseling traineesTeaching (30%)Demonstrate ability for quality teachingTeach 1-2 courses per term (12 credits per year) in the M.S. in Counseling programPlan courses, write syllabi, and design assignments for each course to meet Hood College and departmental/CACREP curriculum requirements and assessment needs, utilizing a variety of teaching techniques;Present lectures and supervise class activities on topics appropriate to the course material;Instruct students in course content and provide learning opportunities in and out of the classroom to achieve course objectives;Critique performance on various assignments to measure the quality of learning, to facilitate skill building, to challenge students' assumptions, and to reinforce concepts, which must include practical application of new skills;Maintain weekly office hours, be available before and after class, and be in contact with students as appropriate. Work with the student to address problems and resolve issuesUtilize digital and electronic platforms such as Blackboard and Anthology in instruction, record-keeping, and data collection;Other job-related duties as assignedService (10%)Provide mental health education and outreach on campus (e.g., new student orientation, wellness fairs)Attend all department meetings and provide service to the department as needed (e.g., management of registration for the National Counselor Examination; service on search committees)May serve on relevant college-wide committeesProvide specialized advising to groups of advanced students related to certification and licensureQualificationsWe seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College's mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Education and/or ExperienceMinimum Requirements/Qualifications3-5 years of clinical counseling experienceLicensed or license-eligible as a professional counselor in the state of Maryland1 year of teaching experience in counselor education1 year of clinical supervision experience (individual and/or group). Board-Approved Supervisor in MD or eligibility/willingness to apply for this statusMaster's degree in counseling or related fieldAdvanced coursework/training in clinical supervisionKnowledge of CACREP accreditation and Maryland licensure requirementsExperience with electronic health record systemsPreferred Skills and CharacteristicsEarned doctorate or doctoral coursework in counselor education (CACREP-accredited program)Board-Approved Supervisor (MD) and/or Approved Clinical Supervisor (NBCC)3 years clinical supervision experiencePrevious experience teaching counselor education courses as instructor of recordClinical specialization and/or significant experience in college counseling, couple and family counseling, group counseling and/or clinical assessmentSpecific experience with the TherapyNotes platformTechnology SkillsProficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications, including electronic health record systems.Language SkillsStrong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Mathematical SkillsProficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting, and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in the theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use fingers, hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to sit. The employee may occasionally be required to stand and lift and move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Work EnvironmentThe work environment described here is representative of what an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is usually moderate and could include interaction with other employees, students, the public, telephones, and other office equipment.CompensationThe salary for this position ranges from $67,000 to $72,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, and other relevant factors. Additional compensation for work completed beyond the minimum contracted teaching load may be provided. Hood College offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits. Learn more about Hood College.To ApplyWe invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, resumé and three professional references.If you need assistance with the online application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 308), View phone number on click.appcast.io. For complete