APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is pleasing to God and edifying to one another.

The Community Counseling Center invites applications for licensed adjunct faculty to supervise Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC) Trainees.  

SPECIALIZATION:  Community Mental Health

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Community Counseling Center (CCC) of Azusa Pacific University (APU) is an outpatient mental health clinic providing a variety of services to children, families, and adults who may be suffering from multiple losses, bereavement, major depression, bipolar and anxiety disorders as well as other clinical syndromes or conditions.  The clinic is a training facility staffed by supervised graduate students representing three disciplines (Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Social Work) as well as faculty/staff affiliated with APU.  The CCC provides the local and surrounding communities a comprehensive range of services for the prevention, intervention, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders.  Services may be rendered at the clinic or in multiple settings in the field (e.g., at local elementary, middle, and high schools affiliated with the Azusa Unified School District, Glendora Unified School District, etc.).

The CCC is currently seeking a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to 1) provide administrative and clinical oversight with MFT/PCC Trainees and, 2) render supervision and training of MFT/PCC Trainees, in order to prepare them, professionally and clinically, for advancement within the MA Program in Clinical Psychology at APU.  The LMFT reports to the Executive Director.  The position is ultimately accountable to the School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative

• Provides orientation and ongoing training and clinical supervision for MFT/PCC Trainees participating in the CCC-based program, including issues related to policies, procedures, and documentation specific to seeing outpatient community clients; some of these trainees may also be placed with the Azusa Unified School District, Duarte Unified School District, and Glendora Unified School District
• Assumes an active leadership role in program development and community relations efforts
• Maintains ongoing communication with the Executive Director, other Supervisors, and Trainees
• Assists Trainees with crisis situations, such as child abuse reporting
• Attends department meetings and other meetings as assigned

 Clinical Supervision

• Provides weekly group supervision for 10-14 trainees/interns (2-4 two,-hour groups)
• Assigns caseloads and related duties to MFT/PCC Trainees 
• Reviews case records, ensuring quality and maintenance of proper clinical documentation
• Audits documentation on a regular, weekly basis
• Remains available and “on-call” while supervisees are conducting clinical services
• Provides formative and summative evaluations of supervisees and recommends indicated actions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• DEGREE:  Must have an MA or terminal degree in the field of instruction or related area
• YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:  At least 2 years post license experience
• ENDORSEMENT OF CHRISTIAN FAITH:  A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University
• CULTURAL SENSITIVITY:  The ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• REGISTRATION: Proof of registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• MEMBERSHIP: Proof of membership with the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
• CHILD ABUSE TRAINING:  A copy of your Child Abuse Training Certificate
• INSURANCE: Proof of professional liability insurance coverage that carries a limit of not less than US $1,000,000 per occurrence and US $3,000,000 aggregate
• TIME COMMITMENT: Variable (Eight units per semester, roughly 20 hours per week or more.)
• TRANSPORTATION: You will need to provide your own transportation
• WEEKLY SUPERVISION MEETINGS: Render weekly group supervision in accordance with the requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.  Audio taping and/or videotaping of sessions with community clients is required for supervision
• CONFIDENTIALITY: Adhere to ethical and legal requirements of BBS and CCC confidentiality policies
• COMPLIANCE:  Be familiar with and comply with all CCC protocols and procedures

_EXPERIENCE:  _Administrative and clinical experience in a community mental health setting, with emphasis on the provision of supervision and mental health treatment service with diverse client populations

_WORKLOAD:  _Assigned supervisorial duties will not exceed 8 units per semester; nor will the units exceed 24 per 12-month period; office hours and additional duties may be assigned.  Total workload will be approximately 20 hours per week or more.

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MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects
• Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information
• Self starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• ABILITY TO STAND, WALK, AND SIT FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME
• VISUAL ACUITY TO READ WORDS AND NUMBERS
• SUFFICIENT HAND, ARM, AND FINGER DEXTERITY TO OPERATE A COMPUTER KEYBOARD AND OTHER OFFICE EQUIPMENT
• SPEAKING AND HEARING ABILITY SUFFICIENT TO COMMUNICATE IN PERSON OR OVER THE TELEPHONE
• ABILITY TO EXERT UP TO 10 POUNDS OF FORCE AND OCCASIONALLY LIFT AND/OR MOVE UP TO 15 POUNDS

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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Required Skills Required Experience

• 6-8 years in graphic design or as a digital designer with a solid portfolio
• BFA strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency and skills in the Adobe Creative Suite of products including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Excellent communications skills, a must
• Able to take abstract concepts and messaging and turn them into works of art
• Able to internalize constructive criticism and apply the recommendations to evolve designs
• Able to multi-task and move comfortably between pre-press design work and pixel-perfect digital layouts
• Excellent project manager
• Attention to details a must
• Good listener

Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.