Alliant University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas: Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement. The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues. Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.
Our Mission:
Alliant University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.
Our Vision:
An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.
Our IMPACT Values:
Inclusion: We value and engage the rich diversity of the Alliant community.
Mentoring: We provide guidance and create enabling environments for success.
Passion: We bring enthusiasm, creativity, and authenticity to our work.
Accountability: We act with integrity and responsibility in all we do.
Communication: We are responsive, transparent, and respectful in our interactions.
Teamwork: We collaborate to develop innovative solutions for our community.
Job Description
The Part-Time Clinic Director with full benefits, under the general direction of the Senior Associate Dean and the Executive Director, provides administrative and office leadership and support for the Alliant Couple and Family Clinic (ACFC). This position also provides operational oversight for telehealth service delivery. The Clinic Director is also responsible for supervising the clinic coordinator position, all clinical supervision for university trainees, associates (employees), interns, and supervisors. The Clinic Director will provide high-quality service to all constituencies of Alliant University and will promote transparency, clarity and will exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical principles and will be committed to the tenets of the University’s Mission and Vision.
Benefits Plans Include: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Benefit Plans: Accident, Critical Illness, or Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Plan, Transportation Spending Account, Employee Tuition Waiver.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Provide oversight responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Alliant Couple and Family Clinic (e.g., service delivery, clinical training of students, management of digital health care record).
Manage and monitor the ACFC budget in concert with the Senior Associate Dean and the Finance Department.
Collaborate with the Executive Clinic Director, Systemwide Director, and Clinical Training Coordinators in the planning and delivery of training experiences.
Facilitate outreach and engage externally with community-based organizations, agencies, and schools to generate clinic referrals.
Conduct bi-monthly staff meetings, during which clinical administration, supervisees, supervision, and clinical program development will be discussed.
Oversee trainee orientation.
Provide administration and clinical intervention supervision for an average of 11 hours per week.
Supervision will include:
Individual supervision of at least one hour (50 minutes) per week per supervisee for approximately 7 supervisees.
Weekly group supervision of up to 8 supervisees at least four hours per week.
On-call supervision, as necessary and appropriate, and the distribution of written procedures to supervisees articulating protocols for contacting the Clinic Director/Supervisor when absent from the ACFC.
Didactic training/in-services, as assigned.
Provision of on-going feedback to supervisees, and completion of formal evaluations at intervals deemed appropriate by the program.
Review/editing of supervisee clinical documentation and reports.
Cover additional clinical supervision needs, when necessary.
Perform other related tasks, duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or directed
Supervisory Responsibility:
Direct Reports: Clinic Coordinator and clinic employees (if applicable).
Indirect Reports: None
Contact Responsibility:
Internal: Interact with supervisor to receive direction and instructions and/or review of work results. This position works closely with colleagues in multiple departments (i.e., clinical training coordinators, branch directors, etc.) to support both students and colleagues in achieving student success and department goals.
External: Contracted agencies, as applicable.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master’s Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy (MFT) from an accredited university
Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a licensed MFT supervisor.
Certifications, Licenses, etc.: BBSE MFT License (active and in good standing), AAMFT Approved Supervisor certification. Valid California Driver’s license and automobile insurance; Live Scan required in addition to standard University background check.
Skills:
Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, Google Drive and Calendar.
Familiarity with electronic health records and telehealth platforms.
Individual must possess superior interpersonal oral and written communication skills.
Sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds
Proven ability to work effectively as a team player; highly motivated, focused and results oriented.
Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal contacts and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Ability to maintain composure under high stress conditions and effectively manage crisis situations.
Must possess the skills to prioritize a wide variety of assignments and perform numerous tasks in a fast-paced service-oriented clinic.
Demonstrated experience working independently, exercising professional judgment, and taking initiative.
Ability to manage large interacting systems as well as trainees with differing levels of education and expertise.
Experience in managing an office environment and licensed professionals and AAMFT supervisors preferred.
Additional Information
Primary Work Location, Hours & Travel Requirements:
Office Location: Alliant University Irvine Campus and Remote
Address: 2855 Michelle Drive #300 Irvine, CA 92606
Work Hours: Standard office hours, occasional evenings or weekends may be required.
Travel: Occasional.
Background Check Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position.
Additional Information:
Anti-Discrimination Policy: Alliant University prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation in its educational programs, services and activities, and in employment practices, including but not limited to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors, use of contractors and consultants, and in its admission or access thereto, on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin or descent, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability (including physical, disease, psychiatric or psychological disability), medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, hair style or texture associated with race, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Alliant University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders.
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Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Office of People & Culture (Human Resources) at peopleandculture@alliant.edu or 858-635-4509.
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