AssistantAssociate Professor Marriage and Family Therapy

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Mercy University invites applications for a fulltime 9month Assistant/Associate Professor position (nontenure track) in the Department of Psychology. This role supports the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Masters Program a dynamic and inclusive program grounded in postmodern and systemic orientations. The program is dedicated to preparing socioculturally responsive graduates for the National MFT licensing exam and equipping them to complete the required 1500 clinical hours for licensure including 300 hours gained during the program. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to teach mentor and contribute to the academic success of a diverse graduate student body.

The selected candidate will join a collaborative and distinguished faculty team and engage with a diverse graduate student body beginning September 1st 2025. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the academic and professional success of students while fostering program growth. Candidates possessing both LMFT and a specialized focus such as sex therapy certification environmental epistemic or social justice critical mental health systemic practice development in the age of AI collective trauma systemic supervision etc. are especially encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the capacity to deliver courses tailored to the diverse needs of students in the marriage and family therapy program while helping grow enrollment especially among international students. . The position is based at Mercys Dobbs FerryWestchester Campus with some teaching opportunities at the Manhattan Campus and online.

• Teaching: Develop and teach graduatelevel courses in Marriage and Family Therapy with a focus on systemic theories of psychotherapy

• Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development assessment and accreditation efforts with an emphasis on promoting inclusivity and access

• Clinic Development: Engage in the development of an online MFT clinic to ensure students receive a toptier education

• Student Recruitment & Admissions: Play a pivotal role in selecting future MFT professionals who grow the field of systemicrelational practice by attending open houses and develop recruitment pathways via community engagement

• Mentorship and Advisement: Cultivate a culture of curiosity for growth and student development nurturing their potential supporting their academic and professional growth particularly those from socially marginalized backgrounds

• Engage in scholarly or professional development activities to stay current in the field

• Innovation: Develop new systemic initiatives fostering growth and collaboration within the program University and beyond

• Participate in departmental school and university committees and events. Contribute to departmental and schoolwide initiatives within the School of Behavioral Sciences that enhance equity inclusion and innovation

• Work with the students and NYs Family Team leader to foster a culture of legislative action

• Maintain licensure and uphold professional standards in Marriage and Family Therapy

• Perform other duties as assigned

Work Experience

• Experience teaching inperson. Experience teaching online is a plus

• Experience providing clinical supervision in higher education or agency for at least three to five years

• Demonstrate teaching excellence and a commitment to equitable education in both inperson and online

• Evidence of supporting learner success and a commitment to quality teaching outcomes

• Ability to contribute through teaching and/or service to the diversity cultural sensitivity and excellence of the academic community

• Demonstrated commitment to service and currency in the field

• Maintains current clinical or community practice in the field

• Experience of team engagement and leadership (initiativetaking)

• Experience presenting at professional conferences on a national regional and/or local level

• Experience with scholarly writing using APA style

Education: An earned doctoral degree (or conferred by Summer 2025 from an accredited institution in Marriage and Family Therapy a COAMFTE accredited degree is preferred or a related doctoral degree from an accredited institution may be considered.

Experience: Ideally possess a minimum of five years experience in marriage and family therapy practice; at least three years post licensure. Experience desired in programmatic or policy collaboration with community partners and stakeholders.

Sociocultural Commitment: A strong commitment to promoting justice equity inclusion and belonging in diverse educational and professional environments.

Active membership/affiliation with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) is preferred

Certificates Licenses and Registrations Required:

• New York state Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or license eligible

• New York State Diagnostic Privilege holder or eligible

• AAMFT Approved Supervisor or supervisor candidate

Desired:

• Certified sex therapist or additional practice as sex therapist recommended.

Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result employment is limited to the following states: New York New Jersey Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves.

Application

To learn more about the Marriage and Family Therapy program and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences please visit of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received before January 15 2025 will be given preference. Electronic applications are required and must include:

1. a cover letter

2. curriculum vitae

3. a statement of teaching philosophy including how you contribute to equity and belonging

4. a writing sample and

5. the names and contact information of at least three professional references

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic independent coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business Education Health and Natural Sciences Liberal Arts Nursing and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the regions largest private nonprofit MinorityServing Institution proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Mercy University has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelors degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines including Psychology Sociology and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County inand 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercys student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment including fulltime and parttime undergraduates and graduates is approximately 8800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry the Bronx and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer highquality health care plans retirement benefits tuition discounts flexible spending and much more.

Our Mission:
Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and highquality learning environments thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color national origin ethnicity creed religion marital status sex sexual orientation gender gender identity pregnancy height weight genetic information disability or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact The Office of Human Resources atOption 6 or via email at .

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate nondiscriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender race or any other category protected by federal state or local pay equity laws.

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