Director and Faculty Member, Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling (MAATC)

Search Number	# FAC105
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Category	Faculty

Type	Full-Time

Campus	New Haven

Overview	The MAATC program, the only one of its kind in Connecticut, has been in operation for over 20 years; long AATA approved and recently accredited by CAAHEP, in alignment with ACATE's new requirements. The graduate program is intended to prepare professional clinicians with deep expertise in art therapy and competence in mental health counseling. The curriculum includes the coursework necessary to qualify for post-graduate counselor licensure (the LPC credential). The program, which is housed in the Department of Psychology, is noteworthy for its strong empirical focus; our graduates have often won AATA's annual research award for their thesis projects and they consistently present at AATA conferences.

Overview

The MAATC program, the only one of its kind in Connecticut, has been in operation for over 20 years; long AATA approved and recently accredited by CAAHEP, in alignment with ACATE's new requirements. The graduate program is intended to prepare professional clinicians with deep expertise in art therapy and competence in mental health counseling. The curriculum includes the coursework necessary to qualify for post-graduate counselor licensure (the LPC credential). The program, which is housed in the Department of Psychology, is noteworthy for its strong empirical focus; our graduates have often won AATA's annual research award for their thesis projects and they consistently present at AATA conferences.

About Albertus Magnus College	Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500 students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate, accelerated adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional educational offerings and its long- standing excellence in student-centered, values-based education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern day education. The Albertus campus provides a distinctive environment for students, faculty and staff. The College’s 50-acre, park-like campus, within walking distance to downtown New Haven, is located in one of the city’s most distinguished residential neighborhoods, Prospect Hill, which features both early 20th century mansions and modern architectural gems. Numerous academic, student services, and athletic facilities grace the campus, which serve as an attraction to prospective students. The Mission Statement of Albertus Magnus College is to provide men and women with an education that promotes the search for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application.

About Albertus Magnus College

Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500 students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate, accelerated adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional educational offerings and its long- standing excellence in student-centered, values-based education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern day education. The Albertus campus provides a distinctive environment for students, faculty and staff. The College’s 50-acre, park-like campus, within walking distance to downtown New Haven, is located in one of the city’s most distinguished residential neighborhoods, Prospect Hill, which features both early 20th century mansions and modern architectural gems. Numerous academic, student services, and athletic facilities grace the campus, which serve as an attraction to prospective students. The Mission Statement of Albertus Magnus College is to provide men and women with an education that promotes the search for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application.

Essential Functions	Direct the MAATC program (including admission and advisement responsibilities); teach graduate-level courses in art therapy.

Qualifications	The successful applicant will possess an earned doctorate in Art Therapy, Counselor Education, Counseling or Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field (ABD will be considered) and must be a registered, board-certified art therapist (ATR-BC) with substantial clinical experience. Teaching experience at the graduate level is essential. Licensure in CT or license-eligibility, administrative experience, and a track record of scholarship and artistic practice are highly desirable. Some degree of comfort with empirical research is preferred. Willingness to collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines, especially clinical and counseling psychology, is essential.

Qualifications

The successful applicant will possess an earned doctorate in Art Therapy, Counselor Education, Counseling or Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field (ABD will be considered) and must be a registered, board-certified art therapist (ATR-BC) with substantial clinical experience. Teaching experience at the graduate level is essential. Licensure in CT or license-eligibility, administrative experience, and a track record of scholarship and artistic practice are highly desirable. Some degree of comfort with empirical research is preferred. Willingness to collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines, especially clinical and counseling psychology, is essential.

To Apply	To apply: Please send a letter of application, current C.V. with references, and (if available) representative writings and images, to Cynthia O'Brien at cobrien1@albertus.edu.

Albertus Magnus College has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the College community. Albertus Magnus College is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified applicants to consider this opportunity and to apply.

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