Half-time faculty member and Art Show Coordinator, Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling (MAATC) program

Search Number	# PTF 107

Category	Faculty

Type	Part-Time

Campus	New Haven

Overview	Having been established in 1997, the MAATC program is the only AATA (American Art Therapy Association) approved graduate art therapy program in the state of Connecticut. In addition, the program is CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited. Successful completion of the program provides the necessary educational requirements for a pathway to licensing as a professional counselor (LPC) and a Clinical Licensed Art Therapist (CLAT) in the state of Connecticut, as well as a nationally registered and board-certified art therapist. The program, which is housed in the Department of Psychology, is noted for its strong clinical and research focus; our graduates and faculty frequently receive AATA awards for research excellence. The program is student centric and encourages diversity, cultural awareness and an equitable learning environment, with a focus on faculty mentorship and peer support.

Overview

Having been established in 1997, the MAATC program is the only AATA (American Art Therapy Association) approved graduate art therapy program in the state of Connecticut. In addition, the program is CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited. Successful completion of the program provides the necessary educational requirements for a pathway to licensing as a professional counselor (LPC) and a Clinical Licensed Art Therapist (CLAT) in the state of Connecticut, as well as a nationally registered and board-certified art therapist.

The program, which is housed in the Department of Psychology, is noted for its strong clinical and research focus; our graduates and faculty frequently receive AATA awards for research excellence. The program is student centric and encourages diversity, cultural awareness and an equitable learning environment, with a focus on faculty mentorship and peer support.

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	Note: This position begins JANUARY 2023. Spring semester classes begin on January 23, therefore the successfully chosen candidate should be prepared to begin teaching classes by that date. Albertus Magnus College seeks to recruit a half-time faculty member (rank open) who will: serve as the Art Show Coordinator of the MAATC program (two art shows per year) teach art therapy courses (12 credits with one course credit compensation for Art Show Coordinator role) advise graduate students serve as a thesis advisor (2-3 students) attend MAATC faculty meetings (every two weeks) hold regular office hours (in person and remote for) 1.5 days on campus; 2.5 office hours/week attend and help facilitate all MAATC events assist the director with course development and accreditation maintenance be available to teach summer and Saturday classes attend College-wide events (graduation, convocation, etc.) and College-wide monthly faculty meetings serve on College-wide committees

Essential Functions

Note: This position begins JANUARY 2023.

Spring semester classes begin on January 23, therefore the successfully chosen candidate should be prepared to begin teaching classes by that date.

Albertus Magnus College seeks to recruit a half-time faculty member (rank open) who will:

serve as the Art Show Coordinator of the MAATC program (two art shows per year)
teach art therapy courses (12 credits with one course credit compensation for Art Show Coordinator role)
advise graduate students
serve as a thesis advisor (2-3 students)
attend MAATC faculty meetings (every two weeks)
hold regular office hours (in person and remote for) 1.5 days on campus; 2.5 office hours/week
attend and help facilitate all MAATC events
assist the director with course development and accreditation maintenance
be available to teach summer and Saturday classes
attend College-wide events (graduation, convocation, etc.) and College-wide monthly faculty meetings
serve on College-wide committees

Qualifications	Applicants must hold a master’s degree in art therapy (doctorate preferred), an ATR-BC, and LPC in the state of Connecticut or ability to obtain this license within a year. The applicant must demonstrate clinical experience, higher education teaching experience, and a familiarity with the mental health care system in Connecticut.

Knowledge \| Skills \| Abilities	Faculty rank is open and commensurate with experience.

To Apply	Please send a letter of application, current curriculum vitae with references a statement of teaching philosophy, a diversity statement, samples of academic writing, a digital art portfolio (minimum 10 images) to Cindy O’Brien, Office Manager, 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.

Albertus Magnus College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Albertus Magnus College to comply with applicable federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons so as to prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment against any employee, intern or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Albertus Magnus College promotes the full realization of equal employment opportunity throughout the College. The College forbids all forms of illegal discrimination, harassment or retaliation.