Director of the Master in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program.
• A minimum of five years of experience as a full-time faculty member within an accredited counseling program.
• Active clinical counseling licensure in good standing with the relevant state board.
• Demonstrated professional identity as a counselor through membership, credentials, scholarly activity, and professional service.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, course development, advising, and program management in higher education.
• Proficiency in digital communication, academic writing, and technology-enhanced instruction, including Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams), learning management systems (e.g., Moodle or Canvas), and multimedia engagement tools (e.g., VoiceThread or Zoom).
• Ability to function collegially in a team setting and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Campbellsville University and the counseling profession.

PROGRAM LEADERSHIP AND ACCREDITATION

• Refine and enhance curriculum, recruitment, and student engagement strategies to ensure academic excellence and relevance.
• Provide strategic leadership for the ongoing development, implementation, and growth of the Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MCMHC) program.
• Lead and manage the CACREP accreditation process, including preparation of self-studies, compliance documentation, and annual reports.
• Collaborate with the Dean in developing and monitoring program budgets, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with university standards and SACSCOC and CACREP requirements.
• Maintain and update the MCMHC Student Handbook, ensuring that all programmatic revisions are reflected across the handbook, website, and catalog.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and effective problem-solving in administrative decision-making.
• Collaborate effectively with administration, faculty, university divisions, and professional partners to promote program visibility and integrity.
• Represent the MCMHC program within the university’s administrative and governance structure, including meetings, committees, and institutional functions.
• Contribute to annual and five-year strategic planning for the MCMHC program and the College of Mental Health.
• Maintain awareness of licensure requirements across states where students are enrolled to ensure curriculum alignment with professional standards.

ASSESSMENT AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of student learning and program outcomes data to meet CACREP and university requirements.
• Use program- and course-level data to evaluate student learning and inform curriculum or assessment revisions.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of annual CACREP outcomes reports and other institutional assessment documentation.
• Lead continuous quality improvement processes grounded in evidence-based decision-making.

FACULTY SUPERVISION AND DEVELOPMENT

• Provide direct supervision and leadership for MCMHC faculty and adjuncts, fostering collaboration and instructional excellence.
• Conduct regular reviews of online and face-to-face courses to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with accreditation and program standards.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard qualified faculty and adjuncts in coordination with the Dean and university processes.
• Mentor new faculty through structured meetings and guidance on teaching, assessment, and student engagement during their first year.
• Encourage and support faculty and student scholarship consistent with the university’s mission of teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Identify professional development needs and facilitate training opportunities that enhance teaching, advising, and program quality.
• Address and mediate faculty, adjunct, and student conflicts and grievances in accordance with university policies.
• Complete transcript evaluations for new applicants as needed.

STUDENT RECRUITMENT, ENGAGEMENT, AND RETENTION

• Coordinate student recruitment efforts and events in collaboration with the Dean and relevant departments.
• Maintain accurate recruitment materials and oversee student orientation and residency programming.
• Develop and implement strategies that support student success, engagement, and retention.
• Participate with students in professional learning activities, conferences, and community engagement opportunities.

TEACHING AND CURRICULUM INTEGRATION

• Teach the equivalent of 12 academic credits annually, ensuring high standards of academic rigor and instructional quality.
• Model excellence in teaching and compliance with CACREP and programmatic standards.
• Integrate culturally competent and faith-informed content into coursework consistent with the university’s Christian mission.
• Contribute to curricular innovation and master’s-level pedagogy through teaching across the program.

INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

• Collaborate across College of Mental Health departments and serve on the college leadership team to advance interdisciplinary education, research, and strategic initiatives.
• Foster internal and external partnerships that enhance academic offerings, student support, and community engagement.
• Represent the MCMHC program and the College of Mental Health in professional and community settings to enhance visibility, partnerships, and collaborative opportunities.