Assistant Professor Psychology and Counseling - Director of Field Experience

Company: Fisher College
Location: Boston
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Hybrid - Online and Onsite - Boston, MAPosition Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Doctorate DegreeSalary Range: UndisclosedJob Category: EducationAssistant Professor, Psychology and Counseling - Director of Field ExperienceThe Assistant Professor/Director of Field Experience serves as a faculty member in the graduate psychology program, providing administration, oversight, and coordination of the clinical training component of the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology degree.What We Offer:

• Impactful Role: Opportunity to shape and enhance the field experience component of our graduate program, impacting the education and professional growth of future counselors.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with faculty, the Graduate Psychology Program Director, and other stakeholders to maintain a cohesive and effective program.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth in teaching and research, with access to mentorship and resources.
• Work-Life Balance: The 10-month position offers flexibility, with remote work options and minimal on-campus requirements.
• Competitive Compensation: Paid over 12 months for year-round stability.Functions of the Assistant Professor and Director of Field Experience:
  • Support Student Success: Develop and maintain practicum and internship sites, visit sites remotely or in-person, and build relationships with site supervisors.
    • Ensure compliance with state licensure regulations.
    • Assist students in site selection and review application materials for practicum and internship.
    • Technology Management: Manage technologies related to Field Experience, including site affiliation agreements, student and supervisor evaluations, hour logs, and related paperwork.
    • Data-Driven Decisions: Analyze student field experience data to identify strengths and weaknesses, and recommend program or course improvements.
    • Teach and Inspire: Teach six graduate-level psychology courses per year, blending in-person and online formats. One course may be undergraduate or an overload.
      • Licensure as a mental health professional required; LMHC preferred.
      • Minimum of a Master's degree; Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision or Counseling Psychology preferred.
      • Three years of post-licensure practice; collegiate teaching experience preferred.
      • Familiarity with state licensure regulations and experience with field placements and internships in higher education.
      • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for relationship-building with students, faculty, and partners.We consider a combination of education, training, and experience to evaluate candidates for this role.Fisher College is an equal opportunity/access employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
        #J-18808-Ljbffr

Keywords: Fisher College, West Hartford , Assistant Professor Psychology and Counseling - Director of Field Experience, Education / Teaching , Boston, Connecticut