ASPIRE Clinic Director

Position Summary

The College of Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Georgia is seeking qualified applicants for the position of ASPIRE Clinic Director. This position includes appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor.

The Clinic Director supports all operations, training, budgetary, compliance/oversight, & programmatic/experiential learning/outreach functions and decision-making for the ASPIRE Clinic and also participates in curricular development and efforts with the College’s Behavioral Financial Planning and Financial Therapy certificate, Relational Therapy Practice certificate (in development), and a proposed Couple and Family Therapy MS program.

The Clinic Director supervises undergraduate interns and clinical placements in the ASPIRE clinic and teaches advanced courses in Couple and Family Therapy at the master’s or doctoral level. The Clinic Director also teaches courses in Financial Planning/Behavioral Financial Planning and Financial Therapy at the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant screening will begin immediately. Complete applications received by March 1, 2024 will be given full consideration. The application packet must include a cover letter of interest that details how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs of the position as well as responsibilities and qualifications detailed in the posting; a current curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant. Confidential requests for information may be directed to Dr. Jennifer Gonyea, Search Committee Chair, at jlgonyea@uga.edu .

Posting Details

Posting Number

F1882P

Working Title

ASPIRE Clinic Director

Department

FACS-Fam & Cons Sci

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

About the College of Family and Consumer Sciences
At UGA’s College of Family and Consumer Sciences our mission is to advance the well-being of diverse individuals and families over their life span and strengthen communities through the generation and dissemination of knowledge, development of professionals, and provision of research-based programs. Guided by the signature motto “Knowledge for Real Life,” our faculty and students are responding to some of the most challenging issues facing us today. We are studying and applying the principles of design and business, the sciences and technologies to develop healthier people and thriving communities through more effective educators and a high-tech global workforce. For more information about the College of Family and Consumer Sciences, please visit https://www.fcs.uga.edu .

The ASPIRE Clinic, a unit of the College of Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Georgia ( UGA ), contributes to the university and the local community by offering affordable and accessible holistic services in mental health therapy and financial planning/counseling. ASPIRE works with community partners to provide services to the Athens area and currently partners with several UGA entities, including the Law School, School of Social Work, and the College of Education’s Professional Counseling program.

College/Unit/Department website

https://www.fcs.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Anticipated Start Date

07/01/2024

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

01/30/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Clinical Assistant Professor

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Clinical Assistant Professor

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in either Financial Planning, Human Development and Family Science, Couple and Family Therapy, or related degree.

Additional Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate a specialization in both relational therapy and financial planning through either academic degrees, post-graduate certificates, or other specialized training. For additional information about the criteria for appointment, please refer to the Guidelines for Clinical Faculty Appointment and Promotion: https://provost.uga.edu/resources/documents/fcs_clinicalcriteria.pdf

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Licensed or able to be licensed as a mental health practitioner in the State of Georgia.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents