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The Family Institute at Northwestern University

Visiting Core Faculty, Counseling on Ground

The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208

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Overview TITLE:

Visiting Core Faculty, Counseling on Ground

DEPARTMENT:

Education and Research

REPORTS TO:

Department Chair

LOCATION:

Evanston, IL

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:

[EXEMPT]

THE ORGANIZATION

Through clinical services, education, and research, The Family Institute at Northwestern University is one of the nation’s leading relationship-based behavioral health organizations committed to strengthening and healing children and adolescents, couples, families, and individuals. When you join The Family Institute, you are joining a team of over 230 collaborators comprised of clinicians, educators, researchers, therapists-in-training, partners, and administrators across four service sites. We are a strong, independent organization focused on advancing the world of behavioral health.

We are a strong, independent organization focused on advancing the world of behavioral health.

The Role The Counseling Program at The Family Institute at Northwestern University invites applications for a Core Faculty on-ground in Evanston, Illinois (full-time, non-tenure, courtesy rank/promotion eligible). This is a 12-month non-tenure track with clinical practice expectations at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Teaching in person classes during the academic year (September to June) with clinical practice expectations year-round. This position may include opportunities for teaching additional courses/overload. As a visiting position this is a 12-month position with the option for renewal or revision to permanent position dependent on performance and budget approval for the following academic year.

The Department seeks experienced counselor education candidates who have expertise in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC). The Counseling Department at The Family Institute at Northwestern University is CACREP accredited as one program with two delivery methods (onground and online). They will be multiculturally competent and demonstrate counselor identity though memberships and participation in regional, national, and/or international professional associations and conferences. The ideal candidate will support the program’s historical foundation in psychodynamic and/or integrative thought and reflective practice and will be able to teach several courses in the CACREP-accredited curriculum. The successful candidate will have a track record of excellence in teaching, clinical practice, and graduate student supervision and mentorship. They will have a strong commitment to scholarship and experience in faculty teams and committees. This is a full-time, non-tenured position, with the possibility of promotion through the courtesy rank/promotion of Clinical Lecturer through Clinical Full Professor at Northwestern University.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Teaching quarterly (Fall, Winter and Spring)

Clinical practice (working with a weekly caseload of clients in TFI’s staff practice)

Serving as a member of the Clinical Training team

Serving as a member of admissions team

Academic advising

Mentorship of student scholarship (e.g., Capstone experiences)

Designation program committee leadership or membership

Program event planning or involvement (e.g., orientation, graduation, etc.)

Clinical supervision and mentorship

Scholarship

TFI service

Perform other duties as assigned by manager for business necessity

Other Job Responsibilities

Leadership or involvement in interdepartmental committees

Assisting with program’s accreditation activities

Assistant with program’s accreditation activities

Involvement in online-on campus program alignment activities

Representing the program in TFI wide activities

Summary of Qualifications Knowledge and Skills

Earned Doctorate from a CACREP Accredited Counselor Education and Supervision Program

Licensure as an LCPC in Illinois

Counselor identity as evidenced by professional affiliations, publications, and licensure in Counselling field

Evidence of ability to teach a range of courses within the discipline of Counseling

Excellent organization skills

Creativity, innovation, and ability to work independently and within a team

Ability to adapt to new and rapidly changing situations

Strong time management and problem-solving skills

Ability to successfully resolve issues from identification through resolution

Skilled at connecting and building rapport with students and faculty

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Cultural humility and a strong interest in creating an inclusive and diverse community

Experience teaching in digital platforms (desired)

Minimum Hiring Specifications

Earned Doctorate from a CACREP-accredited Counselor Education and Supervision program

Experience teaching graduate level courses in clinical mental health

Scholarly track record

Experience supervising graduate students in clinical settings

License or licensed eligibility in Illinois

Residence in Chicagoland

Capacity to work in a digital environment

Requirements

Physical and Mental Requirements

Must be able to compose written reports clearly and effectively

Must be able to be in a stationary position due to attention to computer screen

The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) to perform work-related duties

Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner

Must be able to determine solutions to problems

Must be able to operate successfully while handling multiple projects

Equal Opportunity Employer The Family Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other protected class. We strive to create a working environment that is free of all forms of discrimination and one that promotes human dignity and mutual respect among all staff. We believe every member of our organization enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, to identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions.

If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, please direct your inquiries to the Recruiter.

Compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: scope and responsibilities of the position; a candidate’s applicable work experience, key skills and qualifications, as well as internal and external market considerations. The pay range for this full-time exempt position is $88,000.00 - $126,500.00/year. The Family Institute provides competitive benefits, including health, a 403(b) retirement savings plan, generous time off, and professional development. For a more inclusive list of benefits, please visit our Careers page at

https://www.family-institute.org/about-us/careers .

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