Senior Instructor, Couple and Family Therapy Program

University of Colorado | Denver

Senior Instructor, Couple and Family Therapy Program

FTE: 1.0

Salary Range: 70,000-74,000

Position #00627319– Requisition #33134

About the University of Colorado - Denver

The University of Colorado Denver is the state’s premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state’s largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu .

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The 54-credit, COAMFTE accredited MA program in Couple and Family Therapy at CU Denver prepares relational therapists who value inclusion and prize diversity such that they are prepared to offer a continuum of mental health services across a variety of settings for the benefit of the community and society.  Our faculty members are committed to fostering social, relational and cross-cultural learning contexts that help prepare graduates to provide culturally responsive services across a variety of mental health settings.

We invite applications from candidates who demonstrate a similar commitment to promoting social justice through family systems and relational therapy.

The Senior Instructor will be part of our full-time team of faculty members contributing to teaching, clinical supervision, and curriculum development. We are particularly interested in applicants who have expertise in one of more of the following areas:

This appointment is a 9-month position for Academic year 2024-2025 at this time. It may be renewable pending budgetary approval. Additional summer teaching opportunities may be available.

•          Maintain a teaching load of 4 courses per semester, including 1- 2 sections of clinical supervision in practicum and internship.
•          Contribute to program maintenance and curriculum development activities through participation in regular faculty meetings.
•          Advise and mentor graduate students in the program.
•          Participate in accreditation related activities as needed in the program.

•          Master's Degree in Couple/Marriage and Family Therapy.
•          At least one semester of experience in teaching graduate or undergraduate students and/or providing clinical supervision in family systems therapy.
•          Licensed or license eligible in MFT in Colorado.
•          AAMFT approved supervisor or supervisor candidate

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

•          PhD or ABD candidate in Couple/Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
•          Expertise in one of more of the following areas:
  • • a.    Substance abuse treatments
    • b.    Medical Family Therapy
    • c.    Trauma-informed family systems therapies
    • d.    Working with families with young children and adolescents
•          Knowledge of COAMFTE accreditation requirements.

This position requires an onsite presence on campus for teaching in-person classes. School and program faculty meetings may have a hybrid option.

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $70,000 – 74,000.  

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications submitted by April 30, 2024. Potential dates for interviews with the search committee and appointing authority are the week of May 6, 2024.

A potential employee start date is August 12, 2024.  

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

The School of Education & Human Development’s diversity statement is available here: https://education.ucdenver.edu/about-us/equity-diversity-inclusion   

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Rashmi Gangamma, [email protected]

Questions about the application process should be directed to: SEHD HR, [email protected]