Shenandoah University's School of Health Professions is seeking qualified applicants for a Director of Clinical Education in the Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders. The mission of the School of Health Professions (SHP) “is to educate and inspire developing professional who enhance the health of individuals and communities” The SHP supports individuals seeking degrees in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech pathology, physician assistants, athletic training, public health and performing arts medicine.

The primary responsibility for this position is to manage the day-to-day operation of the Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic . MS-SLP program is seeking candidacy status of accreditation with Council on Academic Accreditation for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology.

Duties Include:

• recruitment and development of clinical practicum sites for students
• recruitment of clients for the division’s clinics
• administration of the clinical program including maintenance of records for students, clients and clinical supervisors
• assist with administrative duties/activities needed to meet CAA standards for accreditation
• clinical teaching and clinical supervision of students
• coordination with the Office of Interprofessional Education for interprofessional practice opportunities
• participation in scholarship
• participation division, school, and/or university service
• other faculty duties as assigned or needed by division director and/or Dean

Opportunities are provided for service to the communication disorders profession and clinical practice.

Required Skills

The qualified candidate will include:

● Master Degree in Speech Pathology accepted (doctorate degree preferred)
● Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings
● Current ASHA Certification and eligibility for licensure by Commonwealth of Virginia
● Minimum of 3 years of Clinical Supervision experience (interns or Clinical Fellows)
● Meet ASHA requirements for Clinical Supervision
● Familiarity with CAA and Council for Clinical Certification in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CFCC) standards of practice
● Expertise or desire to educate students about broader health topics including interprofessional education, global health issues and evidence-based practice.
● Excellent oral and written communication, administrative, public relations, and marketing skills
● Demonstrate professional leadership
● University teaching experience a plus
● Bilingual skills a plus
● Experience with singing voice or voice disorders a plus

Required Experience

How to Apply:

Complete application submissions will include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing ways in which they may be able to contribute to that commitment.

**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.

Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.

The qualified candidate will include:

● Master Degree in Speech Pathology accepted (doctorate degree preferred)
● Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in a variety of settings
● Current ASHA Certification and eligibility for licensure by Commonwealth of Virginia
● Minimum of 3 years of Clinical Supervision experience (interns or Clinical Fellows)
● Meet ASHA requirements for Clinical Supervision
● Familiarity with CAA and Council for Clinical Certification in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CFCC) standards of practice
● Expertise or desire to educate students about broader health topics including interprofessional education, global health issues and evidence-based practice.
● Excellent oral and written communication, administrative, public relations, and marketing skills
● Demonstrate professional leadership
● University teaching experience a plus
● Bilingual skills a plus
● Experience with singing voice or voice disorders a plus