Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Director

This position reports directly to the Dean of the College of Mental Health and is a full-time, 12-month tenure-track faculty appointment. The Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MCMHC) program is a new initiative within the College of Mental Health. The Program Director will serve as a founding leader, guiding the program through development, implementation, and pursuit of CACREP accreditation. The program is primarily online with potential residencies.

The Program Director provides on-site leadership during residencies, graduations, recruitment, and other key program events, and represents the program in university and community settings.

• A doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program.
• A minimum of five years of experience as a full-time faculty member within an accredited counseling program.
• Active clinical counseling licensure in good standing with the relevant state board.
• Demonstrated professional identity as a counselor through membership, credentials, scholarly activity, and professional service.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, course development, advising, and program management in higher education.
• Proficiency in digital communication, academic writing, and technology-enhanced instruction, including Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams), learning management systems (e.g., Moodle or Canvas), and multimedia engagement tools (e.g., Voice Thread or Zoom).
• Ability to function collegially in a team setting and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Campbellsville University and the counseling profession.

• Refine and enhance curriculum, recruitment, and student engagement strategies to ensure academic excellence and relevance.
• Provide strategic leadership for the ongoing development, implementation, and growth of the Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MCMHC) program.
• Lead and manage the CACREP accreditation process, including preparation of self-studies, compliance documentation, and annual reports.
• Collaborate with the Dean in developing and monitoring program budgets, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with university standards and SACSCOC and CACREP requirements.
• Maintain and update the MCMHC Student Handbook, ensuring that all programmatic revisions are reflected across the handbook, website, and catalog.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and effective problem-solving in administrative decision-making.
• Collaborate effectively with administration, faculty, university divisions, and professional partners to promote program visibility and integrity.
• Represent the MCMHC program within the university’s administrative and governance structure, including meetings, committees, and institutional functions.
• Contribute to annual and five-year strategic planning for the MCMHC program and the College of Mental Health.
• Maintain awareness of licensure requirements across states where students are enrolled to ensure curriculum alignment with professional standards.

• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of student learning and program outcomes data to meet CACREP and university requirements.
• Use program- and course-level data to evaluate student learning and inform curriculum or assessment revisions.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of annual CACREP outcomes reports and other institutional assessment documentation.
• Lead continuous quality improvement processes grounded in evidence-based decision-making.

• Provide direct supervision and leadership for MCMHC faculty and adjuncts, fostering collaboration and instructional excellence.
• Conduct regular reviews of online and face-to-face courses to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with accreditation and program standards.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard qualified faculty and adjuncts in coordination with the Dean and university processes.
• Mentor new faculty through structured meetings and guidance on teaching, assessment, and student engagement during their first year.
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