ART THERAPY CAREER CENTER

Position Announcement: Art Therapy/Counseling Program Faculty – Full Time

Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000 annually

Southwestern College welcomes applications for this full-time faculty position in the Art Therapy/Counseling program.  The incumbent of this position will support the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair in the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of the curriculum for the Art Therapy/Counseling Programs at Southwestern college. Other responsibilities include teaching at least three courses per quarter (9 units minimum), serving as a course leader for assigned courses, mentoring adjunct faculty, advising students, and participating in program assessment and CAAHEP accreditation activities.

Reports to the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair. The position is open until filled.

To apply, send a CV, cover letter, teaching philosophy statement, and a list of three references to Dr. Jennifer Albright at jenniferalbright@swc.edu.

For a full job description and to learn more about Southwestern College, please visit our website: www.swc.edu

SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE
Art Therapy/Counseling Faculty – Full Time
JOB DESCRIPTION

REPORTS TO:  Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair

DEFINITION:  The Art Therapy/Counseling Faculty will support the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair in the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of the curriculum for the Art Therapy/Counseling Programs at Southwestern college. Other responsibilities include teaching at least three courses per quarter (9 units minimum), serving as a course leader for assigned courses, mentoring adjunct faculty, advising students, and participating in program assessment and CAAHEP accreditation activities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teaching

• Adheres to faculty policies and procedures outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
• Honors multicultural community needs, including appropriate gender pronouns, ADA accommodations, and non-discriminatory practices as defined by college policy.
• Fulfills obligations as outlined in faculty contracts and/or job descriptions.
• Follows professional ethical and regulatory guidelines of higher education, including FERPA, and other applicable professional areas related to course instruction.
• Provides instruction for at least three courses (9 units minimum) per quarter and oversees the AT/CN Capstone course.
• Utilizes the online learning management system to provide instruction, communicate with students, monitor student participation, take attendance, grade assignments, and provide student feedback.
• Monitors classroom participation, and overall student engagement, including disposition and professional fitness.
• Responds to student feedback regarding the quality or content of classroom instruction in a timely manner.

2. Course Leadership

• Serves as Course Leader for more than six courses as identified by the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair and/or Academic Council and provides adjunct faculty mentoring for instructors teaching these courses.
• Requests required reading and viewing for courses to be placed on reserve with the Quimby Memorial Library according to the library deadline.
• Submits required text information to administration for inclusion in quarterly book list.
• Participates in and provides leadership for curriculum development and syllabus revision under direction of the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair and/or Academic Council.
• Meets all course syllabi deadlines.
• Participates in scheduling of courses and assigning courses to adjunct faculty under the direction of the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair.

3. Administration Tasks

• Provides support to the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair to provide leadership, direction, and accountability for CAAHEP accreditation processes.
• Provides support to the Art Therapy/Counseling Program Chair in program development and evaluation.
• Serves as a member of the Student Success Team.
• Collaborates with members of Academic Council, Student Success Team, and other college staff regarding student concerns and advisement.
• Attends program/department meetings, monthly faculty meetings, annual faculty retreats, new student orientation, Graduation, and other college events and meetings/task forces as needed.
• Participates in ongoing student learning outcomes assessment activities including Learning Circles.
• Participates in ongoing reaccreditation activities, including site visits, surveys, etc. as requested by the college.
• Assists in marketing initiatives on behalf of Southwestern College when needed, including social media, blogging, and related activities.
• Serves as an academic advisor for students in the AT/CN program.
• Maintains art supplies for the art spaces on campus, including the Art Studio, WildHeart Art Gallery exhibitions, and Art therapy classrooms.
• Hires, trains, and oversees graduate assistants assisting with the Wild Heart Art Gallery exhibitions, art supplies/upkeep/ kiln, etc.
• With students, organizes regular and ongoing exhibits in the Wild Heart Art Gallery on campus.

4. Networking and Professional Development

• Maintains appropriate licensure and insurance as per course requirements.
• Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations and seeks opportunities to deliver presentations and professional development trainings regionally, nationally, and internationally.
• Mentors and encourages students to participate in professional development, organizations, and conferences, and sponsors student clubs as needed.
• Pursues and maintains community partnerships locally and nationally.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA in Art Therapy
• Holds current license in art therapy in New Mexico
• Holds Art Therapy Board Certification (ATR-BC)
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in Art Therapy.
• Demonstrates commitment and ability to enact culturally responsive teaching practices as well as to engage effectively with culturally diverse students, staff, and faculty.
• Graduate teaching experience in Art Therapy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Organizational and time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of the mission of Southwestern College.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Online graduate teaching experience
• Doctorate in Counselor Education, Art Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, or a related field
• Familiarity with professional standards and accreditation requirements for Art Therapy
• Experience with transformational and experiential teaching