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Assistant Professor, Director of Clinical Training

Employer
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Location
Pennsylvania, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 6, 2022

Job Details



Assistant Professor, Director of Clinical Training


At PCOM, we espouse to grow a culturally competent workforce to advance healthcare that touches the lives of underserved communities. Diversity and inclusion is the core component of our institutional identity and a key pillar of PCOM’s strategic vision. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine affirms that diversity and inclusion are crucial to the intellectual vitality of the campus community. It is through freedom of exchange over different ideas and viewpoints in supportive environments that our graduates develop the critical thinking and citizenship skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Since 1899, PCOM has trained highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners, and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care - treating people, not just symptoms. As the field of medicine has changed, we've changed with it - adapting our program offerings to better meet the needs of healthcare providers and the communities they serve. At the main campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PCOM), the branch campus in Suwanee, Georgia (PCOM Georgia), and our newest location in Moultrie, Georgia (PCOM South Georgia), PCOM students learn to approach problem-solving in a more professional, more team-oriented manner, which prepares them to work successfully in integrated healthcare settings with other health professionals. At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine you will be part of a caring, professional, and committed community focused on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

We are currently seeking to fill our Assistant Professor, Director of Clinical Training position at the Philadelphia campus with a highly qualified and passionate individual.

FULL-TIME TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION AND DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL TRAINING
MS in MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING PROGRAM
BEGINNING August 1, 2022
IN PHILADELPHIA, PA

Position Description

The Master of Science Program in Mental Health Counseling in the School of Professional and Applied Psychology (SPAP) at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is seeking applicants for a full-time (12-month) tenure track position, entering at the Assistant Professor level, to begin August 1st, 2022. This position is already funded.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
  • Teaching 6 courses a year, many within the core curriculum
  • Mentoring and advising students including scholarly activities and presentations
  • Engagement in remediation meetings and development plans for students (SPEC)
  • Providing clinical supervision through field experience courses
  • Participating in the administration of the mental health counseling program
  • Engaging in recruitment activities, admissions interviews and decisions
  • Scholarly activity in areas of specialty
  • Reviewing STEPPS (standardized patient) encounters
  • Participating in the CACREP self-study and accreditation application process
  • Participating in program, departmental, and college service such as but not limited to college committees, club sponsorships, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment and mentoring of new and part-time faculty
  • Developing a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning including course competency expectations and student learning outcome measures
  • Engagement in national or local counseling associations
  • Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Counseling and or the Dean of the School of Professional and Applied and Psychology
  • Serving as the Director of Clinical Training (DCT) for the Counseling Department including: coordinating practicum and internship experiences within the MS Mental Health Counseling program, responding to inquiries regarding practicum and internship, communicating with site supervisors, overseeing site selection process for students, conducting site visits, and obtaining site contracts and affiliation agreements from sites and students.
The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
  • Ability to form a positive collaborative, supportive and effective working relationship with peers and administration is essential
  • Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and collaborative skills; someone who actively contributes and listens to their coworkers, respects ideas and aims to improve the program - essential
  • Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members. Supports and enhances a sense of belonging and success of students from traditionally marginalized populations.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Knowledge about the needs of diverse learners
  • Desire to teach courses in a program that values the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach as well as integrated care/interprofessional education
  • Strong commitment to mentoring students
  • Ability to assist program leadership to maintain CACREP accreditation standards and pursue alternate teaching modalities (online/hybrid)
Position Requirements
Education, Skills and Abilities:
  • Doctoral Degree in Counselor Education and Supervision (CES) from a CACREP accredited University with conferral of degree by December 31, 2022
  • Counseling experience in mental health and/or behavioral health settings
  • PA Licensure or license eligible
  • At least two years teaching experience at the graduate level; can include doctoral field work
  • A planned program of scholarly activity
  • Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, teamwork, and collaborative skills
  • Experience in clinical supervision of students
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active in state or national counseling associations (e.g., ACA, PCA)
  • Ability and desire to teach courses within our addictions and correctional counseling concentration and/or Marriage and Family concentration
  • Potential to secure grant funding
  • Experience working with diversity, equity and inclusion programs
Application Instructions
All inquiries MUST include:
  • CV or resume
  • Salary requirements
  • Three (3) references, preferably from former or current supervisor
Please apply online at:
https://www.pcom.edu/about/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/

Or contact Human Resources for more information at 215-871-6500.

PCOM is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration. We adhere to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.


Company

PCOM

Since 1899, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained healthcare professionals to see the whole person—not just the symptoms. We focus on preventative health—developing attitudes and lifestyles that help prevent disease—as part of our comprehensive approach to providing high quality, holistic care.

At PCOM, we continue to strengthen the worlds of health and science by providing our students with unique opportunities to work in teams across disciplines in a dynamic medical school environment at our Philadelphia, PA; Suwanee, GA and Moultrie, GA locations.

At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, you will be part of a community of caring, professional and committed individuals who focus on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

Why Work at PCOM?

Our dedication to academic and institutional excellence drives everything we do. As a PCOM employee at our Philadelphia, PA Suwanee, GA or Moultrie, GA locations, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued success and improvement of the College.

At PCOM, you can become part of our rich heritage, enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package, and take advantage of opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our professional development programs include leadership training and mentoring as well as diversity, equity and inclusion certificates.

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