State Title: Project Specialist
Bargaining Unit: Grant
Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time
Salary Range: $68,000 - $78,000
This is an Online Position.
About TCNJ
Founded in 1855, TCNJ offers a highly personalized and collaborative liberal arts education with over 7,400 undergraduates and 700 graduate students. The college is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive colleges in the nation, offering small classes, a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and an immersive living-learning experience. With a 4-year graduation rate ranked #1 in New Jersey and #9 among U.S. public institutions, TCNJ is a model for public higher education.
Position Overview:
This position will be responsible for supporting clinical mental health graduate students in identifying and securing clinical experiences for practicum and internship as well as supporting apprenticeship students. This involves building a robust network of clinical sites both within and outside of the state of New Jersey by positively representing the Department with our partners. As the primary support for field-placed students, the Clinical Coordinator must provide a nurturing and positive presence and have exceptional organizational skills. Because clinical experiences occur year round during the fall, spring, and summer terms, the clinical coordinator must be a disciplined professional capable of maintaining high standards of coordination in a virtual environment.
Essential work includes:
- The Clinical Coordinator will coordinate all clinical experiences and respond to all inquiries from students, faculty, administrators, and external professionals regarding the clinical program.
- Overseeing ongoing, systematic CACREP assessments, curricular evaluation, and program improvement efforts within the department to be included in the CACREP annual report as it related to student clinical experiences.
- Monitoring apprenticeship progress and communicating with apprenticeship partners.
Responsibilities:
Clinical Coordinator functions
Mentors students to help find their practicum/internship sites immediately upon enrollment in the program
Recruits potential sites to accept interns, both in NJ and nationally.
Supervises student progress in practicum, internship, and apprenticeship through oversight of the Supervision Assist platform.
Manages all site affiliation agreement contracts related to field placements (including apprenticeships)
Answers inquiries from potential apprenticeship and internship sites.
Apprenticeship functions
Assists with monitoring the apprenticeship data, this includes sending out forms to supervisors, monitoring completion requirements, and reporting.
Ensures timely submission of progress reports to apprenticeship partners.
Clinical Coordinator functions
Hosts 2-3 clinical Practicum orientations each year to introduce students who will soon be eligible to start their clinical experience to the requirements associated with starting their Practicum and with completing the paperwork necessary to select their site.
Schedules and oversees the pre-practicum skills assessment of students, coordinates related hiring.
Provides or coordinates a minimum of two continuing education opportunities to site supervisors per term.
Maintains the Clinical Manual, including the development of revisions associated with changes in the codes of ethics, accreditation standards and legislation relevant to the profession and each potential license for our students.
Oversees ongoing, systematic CACREP assessments and accreditation report writing as related to clinical experiences. Prepares for and writes the sections of the CACREP-accreditation reports pertaining to the clinical experiences of our students in both Practicum and Internship.
Qualifications:
Required:
- A Masters-degree in counseling or related field from an accredited higher education institution.
- A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in clinical mental health counseling.
- Demonstrated experience in project management or coordination, including the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and adhere to institutional and department deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Skilled at networking and building relationships with organizations.
- Demonstrated experience in project management or coordination and ability to implement efficient organizational systems. Very strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member. At times the work is fast-paced and requires tight deadlines. The position requires an individual who can handle this type of high-intensity work environment and work in a collegial and calm manner while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and grace in handling and managing sensitive student and faculty issues.
- Proficiency in the use of standard office software (including web-based tools, and Google Suite) and technology (such as multi-function printers, and phone systems) and the ability to learn and administer technology related to clinical coordination (such as Supervision Assist).
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.
Employer Qualifications
Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).
Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.
Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
- Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
- Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
- Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee affinity groups
- New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
- Access to extensive learning opportunities
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.
The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.
