Clinical Training Coordinator

Alliant International 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 International 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.

Position Summary:
The Clinical Training Coordinator, under the general direction of the Couples & Family Therapy (CFT) Systemwide Director, is responsible for the field training experience of all CFT students on their assigned campus, and/or online/hybrid modality, at the master’s and doctoral levels of training. The Coordinator will be a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ideally an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and have experience working in community mental health settings. They should be familiar with California state licensure regulations and requirements and have excellent management and interpersonal skills.
 

The Coordinator will be dedicated to providing high quality service to all constituencies of the University. They will exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical principles and will be committed to the tenets of Alliant International University’s Mission and Vision. 

Starting Salary: $68,000 annualized, exempt position. 
 

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master’s degree in MFT, Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Doctorate degree preferred.
Experience: Two (2) years as a Licensed MFT in California providing services to diverse populations in community-based settings and providing clinical supervision and training.
Certifications, Licenses, etc.: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the State of California. AAMFT Approved Supervisor or Supervisor Candidate.

Skills:
· Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office applications (especially, Excel & Access), CampusNexus student or similar database.
· Excellent initiative, time management, and proven follow-through skills.
· Good supervisory skills both of staff and students.
· Good communication/interpersonal in face-to-face, phone, and written interactions.
· Ability to deal effectively with problem and conflict situations. Clinical expertise.
· Familiarity with COAMFTE accreditation requirements, especially those for field experience and supervision. Be familiar with AAMFT requirements for membership and approved supervisor status.
· Familiarity with Board of Behavioral Sciences and Board of Psychology requirements for licensure and communicate directly with these licensing boards to clarify their rules and regulations.
· Familiarity with state and national professional organizations (AAMFT, AAMFT-CA, CAMFT, APA, CAPIC and APPIC), their requirements, policies and procedures, and their codes of ethics.
· Excellent customer-service skills, including sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse background.
· 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 to maintain confidentiality at all times.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines and maintain composure under high stress conditions.
· Ability to be optimistic, positive, and supportive in all interactions with others.
· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
· Develop, approve, and maintain community practicum and doctoral internship training sites.

• Assist sites to understand and conform to university standards and requirements. Provide mentorship to site supervisors as needed.

• Assist students with all aspects of clinical training placement. This includes providing trainings on practicum and internship requirements and meeting with students individually to assess readiness for clinical practice at both the master’s and doctoral levels. Work with students and sites to handle and resolve problem situations.

• Organize and facilitate annual practicum fairs on campus to allow students and site supervisors to interact and explore placement issues.

• Coordinates and conducts mandatory orientation for incoming practicum students.

• Provide campus availability for student contact, interaction with faculty and practicum instructors.

• Review student, site, and practicum instructor documentation to ensure compliance with program mandates.

• With the CFT Program Staff, monitor student compliance with training requirements and data collection.

• Maintain accurate records of all required practicum documents.

• Perform other related tasks, duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or directed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Direct Reports: None.

Indirect Reports: None.

Contact Responsibility:

Internal: Interacts with supervisor to receive direction and instructions and/or review of work results. This position with work closely with colleagues in multiple departments (i.e. Admissions, Disability Services, Career Services, etc.) to support both students and colleagues in achieving student success and Department goals. Interacts with continuing students.

External: Interacts with prospective students as necessary to provide support.

Primary Work Location, Hours & Travel Requirements:

Office Location: On Campus and Remote.

Work Hours: Standard office hours, with occasional flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Travel: None.

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 International 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 International 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.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources at humanresources@alliant.edu or 858-635-4509.

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Governing legislation: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the regulations implementing these statutes, and applicable federal and California law.

Alliant International University is a smoke and tobacco free environment.

Company: Alliant International University, Inc. 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: California 

City: Irvine 

Postal Code: 92606 

Job ID: 275451