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Samuel Merritt University · 3 weeks ago

Program Director, Couple and Family Therapy Program

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$119K/yr - $127K/yr

3+ years exp

Samuel Merritt University’s College of Health Sciences is seeking a visionary and collaborative leader for the inaugural Program Director of the Couple & Family Therapy Program. The Program Director will guide the successful launch and ongoing quality of the program, focusing on curriculum development, faculty mentorship, and compliance with accreditation standards.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide visionary, mission-driven leadership for the development and continuous improvement of the CFT Program

Lead strategic planning, enrollment planning, and program evaluation to ensure sustainability and growth

Oversee faculty recruitment, hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and annual evaluations

Manage program operations, including budgets, scheduling, workload assignments, and physical/clinical resources

Ensure compliance with university policies, state regulatory standards, and COAMFTE accreditation requirements

Cultivate a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive program culture for faculty, staff, and students

Lead the design, implementation, assessment, and continuous enhancement of the CFT curriculum

Ensure that coursework, clinical training, and program outcomes align with professional competencies, accreditation standards, and best practices

Support and model innovative, evidence-informed teaching approaches, including interprofessional learning, digital tools, and active learning strategies

Oversee academic integrity, program assessment, student progression, and quality assurance processes

Develop and oversee clinical training pathways, including partnerships with community agencies and clinical supervisors

Ensure clinical placements meet COAMFTE standards and provide high-quality training experience

Support the recruitment, training, and evaluation of clinical supervisors and adjunct faculty

Represent the program on university committees, professional organizations, and accreditation bodies

Engage in outreach builds community partnerships, enhances clinical opportunities, and elevates the program’s visibility

Advocate program needs, priorities, and accomplishments at institutional and community levels

Qualification

Doctoral degreeCOAMFTE accreditation knowledgeLeadership experienceClinical practiceGraduate-level teachingStrategic planningInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Doctoral degree from a COAMFTE-accredited program (required)

Demonstrated administrative or leadership experience in higher education, preferably in a graduate program

Strong record of clinical practice, graduate-level teaching, and clinical training in Marriage & Family Therapy

Established scholarly record consistent with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor (3+ years) or Full Professor

Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with the COAMFTE accreditation process, including self-study preparation

Demonstrated excellence in communication, conflict resolution, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement

Effective leadership and strategic planning capabilities

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire, mentor, and support faculty and students

Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage budgets, resources, and personnel effectively

Company

Samuel Merritt University

Samuel Merritt University delivers a high-quality health sciences education with a focus on compassion and community engagement.

Founded in 1909

Oakland, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.samuelmerritt.edu/

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