Program Director, Master of Science in Mental Health Practice; Faculty

Position Information

Position Title Program Director, Master of Science in Mental Health Practice
Position Type Faculty
Department Office of Graduate Education
Full or Part Time Full Time
Pay Grade Dependent on Rank

NEOMED is committed to supporting your health, well-being, and long-term success—both at work and beyond. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive.

• Healthcare Coverage Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance

• Retirement State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year
• Additional Benefits Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) and Educational benefits with partner universities; ongoing investment in professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification; employee wellness activities

The Program Director of the Master of Science in Mental Health Practice (MS-MHP) contributes to the training and professional development of Certified Mental Health Assistants in a 2-year training program. The Program Director provides academic, administrative, and strategic leadership for a newly developed graduate program dedicated to preparing highly skilled, ethical, and compassionate mental health professionals.

This position attracts experienced educators, academic leaders, and clinicians from disciplines including psychiatry, psychology, social work, counseling, behavioral health, public health, and related fields. The Program Director leads curriculum development and delivery, faculty recruitment and development, student success initiatives, accreditation and continuous quality improvement, and community engagement efforts. The role emphasizes excellence in teaching, interprofessional education, workforce development, and innovative training models that respond to evolving community and healthcare system needs.

This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty appointment. Faculty rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Teaching, Academic Leadership, and Curriculum Development: The Program Director provides instructional leadership and oversees graduate education within their area of expertise. They lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of a rigorous, innovative curriculum aligned with best practices, accreditation standards, and professional competencies in mental and behavioral health. The Director ensures integration of didactic, experiential, and clinical learning; collaborates with faculty and partners to address curricular gaps and emerging evidence;

and advances teaching innovations such as simulation, interprofessional education, and hybrid learning. The role emphasizes developing students’ clinical reasoning, ethical practice, cultural humility, and collaborative skills, using program outcomes and feedback to guide ongoing quality improvement.

Faculty Leadership and Development: The Program Director leads recruitment, development, evaluation, and retention of a diverse, high-quality faculty team. The role fosters an inclusive, collaborative environment that supports teaching, mentorship, and scholarship. The Director mentors faculty in educational best practices, assessment, and curriculum design; promotes professional development and educational research; and cultivates a cohesive, interprofessional faculty community grounded in collaboration and shared governance.

Student Recruitment, Advising, and Success: The Program Director works with admissions and enrollment teams to recruit a diverse, mission-aligned student body, overseeing admissions standards, applicant review, and onboarding. The role ensures strong advising, mentoring, and professional development to support student success—from engagement and retention through graduation, licensure readiness, and workforce entry—using outcomes data…