Career Opportunities
Human Resources Office
William James College Human Resources Office delivers programs and services designed to support the mission of the College. Our core services and competencies include recruitment and staffing, employee relations, organizational and employee development, and regulatory compliance. Human Resources fosters an atmosphere of accountability, self-promotion and inclusion within a respectful and engaged environment.
Careers at William James
William James College is committed to building a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, working and bringing psychological knowledge to the multi-cultural world community. We strongly encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alien age or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized, protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Candidates who possess personal characteristics that might be considered as diversifying elements among the faculty group are invited to identify themselves during the application process.
William James College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is a community that embraces multiculturalism. As such, persons from historically under-represented minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Current Openings
Please view our current openings below to see how you can be a part of the William James College community. We offer a very attractive benefits package that includes: health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement (403b); flexible spending accounts; EAP services; and generous vacation, personal, and holiday paid time off.
William James College announces an opening for an Adjunct Faculty position in the Doctoral Clinical Psychology Department beginning January 2025.
William James College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. William James College endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.
Responsibilities
We are seeking applicants who can teach multiple sections of our Psychometrics courses in the Clinical PsyD program during our Spring and Summer semesters for 2025. Qualified applicants for this position should have experience teaching psychometrics (or closely related topics) at the graduate level.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College is in an exciting growth phase at a time when its work is more essential than ever. For 50 years, the College’s talented faculty and staff have been educating professionals to bring mental health treatment skills to businesses and organizations, health care systems, correctional facilities, community mental health centers, schools, and consulting rooms. William James College is committed to educational excellence in applied psychology and developing the next generation of skilled professionals to increase access to behavioral healthcare for all people.
Position Summary
The Office of Institutional Advancement seeks an Advancement Operations Manager to optimize and enhance the work happening within our department. This position is responsible for the oversight, management, and integrity of gift processing, the customer relations management database, Raiser’s Edge NXT, Record maintenance, reporting, market analysis, and research. This position is also responsible for training and supporting staff, leading special database projects, and will either be responsible for or have oversight of support staff in generating reports, queries, and mailing lists. Included in this focus area, the Advancement Operations Manager will also be responsible for the development of policies and procedures, including fund agreements and fund reporting, donor stewardship processes, and systems for prospecting, research, and pipeline development. Additionally, the Advancement Operations Manager serves as the primary liaison with the Finance Department and institutional leaders to ensure funds are appropriately spent and reported back to donors.
Essential Functions
Processing and Donor Acknowledgment
- Manage all aspects of gift processing and gift acknowledgment for William James College Advancement Office.
- Partner with the finance office to ensure systems are in place to accept, maintain, and report on gifts, pledges, and funds from donors and departments.
- Ensure all reporting activities are handled with accuracy and in a timely manner.
- Oversee the ongoing maintenance of policies and procedures governing gift booking, reporting, acknowledgment, and receipting and ensure they comply with internal and external auditing measures.
- Prepare monthly pledge balance reports, issue pledge reminders, and maintain pledge documentation for all fundraising activities.
- Conduct routine gift audits for daily deposits and monthly closes and assist Finance with fund/gift audits and reconciliations, as needed.
Donor Stewardship and Engagement
- Oversee donor stewardship program and ensure systems, processes, and workflows effectively steward donors across all areas of giving.
- Act as an expert resource regarding the usage of restricted gifts and identify issues that impede the fulfillment of donor intent.
- Work with front-line fundraisers to ensure proper gift and grant tracking and reporting.
- Assist in the management of acknowledgment letter templates, solicitation forms, etc., ensuring appropriate legal, ethical, and financial language is incorporated.
Fund Management and Compliance
- Participate and lead the fund management process, including fund creation and establishing financial relationships to secure gifts to new funds.
- Oversee the pledge reminder process by ensuring pledge reminders are appropriately tagged in the database and distributed, reports are accurate and timely, and a normal cadence of operational and front-line meetings are followed to determine a strategy for past-due pledges.
- Assist fundraisers in creating pledge agreements to meet legal, ethical, and financial standards for multi-year commitments, endowments, and naming opportunities.
Database Management, Information Systems and Analysis
- Comprehensive management of the Raiser’s Edge NXT donor database, including working with Blackbaud on system updates, user account management, training, documentation, and reporting.
- Consult with Advancement staff to track and report on fundraising progress and donor trends.
- Set and communicate data entry policies, conduct data integrity audits, and oversee records management and data cleanup functions to ensure data accuracy.
- Create mailing lists, fundraising analysis reports, and prospect lists as requested by Advancement staff.
- Serve as a resource to the Advancement team on all fiscal, operational, and information system needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5-7 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including gift processing and annual campaign management
- Minimum two years of experience in Raiser’s Edge, preferably as a gift processing or database manager
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
- Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills
- Strong research and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to accuracy and database integrity
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment and collaborate across departments
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
The Associate Director of Academic Data, Development and Institutional Effectiveness will report to, and work collaboratively with the Director of Academic Data, Development and Institutional Effectiveness (ADDIE). The Associate Director will be responsible for managing data collection (e.g., queries, surveys, etc.) and database structures related to institutional research functions, analyzing institutional data (e.g., SPSS), and reporting using a variety of visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Excel, etc.). The position is also responsible for initiating and resolving systems and data quality issues related to institutional databases used for reporting. This requires working collaboratively with units across the institution to review and evaluate current business practices and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and streaming.
This position will assist in guiding data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, and policy formulation while ensuring the highest standards of data integrity. The Associate Director will support the daily operations of the ADDIE team, contribute to efforts in enrollment management, student learning, assessment, evaluation, student success, program and course evaluation, regional accreditation (e.g., NECHE), and program accreditation (e.g., APA).
Essential Functions
- Manages assigned projects and priorities and meets deadlines with high quality work products. Responsible for ensuring that regular data and survey collections, evaluations, assessments, course evaluations, reports, and business process functions are completed in a timely manner.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation on all projects, processes, reports, and models.
- Train and collaborate with end users to assure appropriate understanding and skills to utilize data and reports provided by ADDIE.
- Utilizes and leverages the college's data systems (e.g., Slate, Anthology Student, Snowflake, Razor’s Edge, etc.), reporting and analytics tools, and best practices in higher education data analytics to prepare data for Director, other Administrators, and students.
- Determines data requirements and generates responses for compliance reporting to the federal and state government (e.g., IPEDS, NC-SARA, etc.) and accreditation bodies (e.g., NECHE, APA, etc.).
- Creates and maintains online dashboards of both current and census data, as well as survey data, for college use.
- Collaborates with other campus leaders to maintain and enhance data integrity. Responsible for ensuring that all data is governed properly with required documentation of technical and non-technical aspects of data collection, maintenance, and applications of how the data is governed across systems and units. Works with IT to create and maintain data dictionary, assign dashboard permission levels, and ensure PII and data security with dashboards and all institutional data. Works with IT on data and reporting needs and solutions.
- Collaborate in peer institution analysis and benchmarking activities via querying state and national databases, such as National Student Clearinghouse, or internet searches.
- Leads student workers and temporary workers through daily supervision and instructions
- Actively participates in continuous improvement efforts. This requires (a) the participation in committees, workgroups, taskforces, and in meetings as needed, serving as an information expert concerning institutional data, their intended use and assist with interpretation; (b) using research and analysis to contribute to institutional guidelines and policies; (c) monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of implemented changes, and recommending adjustments as needed.
- Work within the guidelines and comply with all ethical, legal and regulatory standards regarding data collection, maintenance, access, dissemination and reporting, as well as retention and final disposition.
- Coordinate office tasks in the Director’s absence.
- Stay current with important national and regional trends that affect higher education and assist the department and institution with appropriate responses.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Master's degree, from a regionally accredited college or university in a social science discipline or closely related field that includes advanced course work in statistics and/or research methodology.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of job-related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Will consider candidates with progressive work experience in information gathering, query writing, processing, data analysis, and reporting, and leadership preferably in Institutional Research.
- Management or leadership experience at a college or university or other experience that demonstrates proficiency with leadership skills and the ability to step into the director role as needed.
- Familiarity with technology is essential. Knowledge and Experience with the following is highly desirable: ERP Software (e.g., Campus Management’s Campus Nexus for Constituent Relationship Management or Anthology Student, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Student Information System (SIS); SQL; Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint); data analysis software (e.g., IBM/SPSS); online survey/form development and implementation using Qualtrics; visualization software (e.g., PowerBI); course evaluation software (e.g., MyCoursEval), learning management software, LMS (e.g., Canvas); field education software (e.g., Sonia and Time2Track), data warehouse or data lake (e.g., Snowflake).
- Proven track record of success in project management. Project management involves handling and monitoring every aspect of a project from start to finish. Project management requires a variety of skills which are critical elements of his position: manages time and workload effectively, meets project deadlines, adapts to scheduling and project changes, develops effective work plans, organizes, and implements work plans effectively with minimal supervision, and work product is completed accurately (with few or no errors).
- Proven track record of success in developing data, research and reports; both quantitative and qualitative; to support college-wide decision making.
- Experience with institutional research or higher education data reporting requirements (e.g., IPEDS) and accreditation standards is a must.
- Experience with survey design, administration, analysis, and platforms (e.g., Qualtrics).
- Experience with technologies associated with collecting, cleaning, recoding, combining, managing, analyzing, evaluating, reporting, and visualizing data (e.g., SPSS, PowerBI, Excel, etc.).
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Strong leadership, project management, organizational, analytical, and communication abilities are crucial for collaborating across departments and presenting findings effectively. Additionally, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills are vital for supporting institutional planning and decision-making processes.
- Understand and apply legal and ethical components involved in conducting research and analysis (e.g., FERPA, human subjects).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect raw data using various tools and methods, organize, analyze, summarize, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Understanding of and/or experience with quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research methodology and data analysis.
- Knowledge of relational databases and experience designing, maintaining and reporting from large databases and multiple tables. Advanced knowledge of data querying and some experience with SQL.
- Ability to provide technical leadership in an ambiguous environments including the ability to troubleshoot automated processes as necessary and recommend/implement the necessary changes.
- Proficiency with software products used in statistical analysis (e.g., SPSS, SAS), data manipulation (e.g., MS Access, SQL, Excel), and display (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) including the ability to including to create data displays, pivot tables, use functions to create or recode variables, and to normalize, clean, and merge data.
- Strong project management and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple competing projects and priorities under time constraints.
- Strong organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage multiple projects, meet deadlines with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy and integrity.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Ability to make independent and collaborative decisions.
- Ability to maintain collaborative team relationships with peers and colleagues to effectively contribute to the working group’s achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in relation to confidential and proprietary information.
- Basic understanding of relevant technical skills (e.g., statistical techniques – including multivariate techniques and trend analyses, psychometrics, presentation graphics).
- Sensitivity to organizational dynamics across institutions, across departments as well as across hierarchical levels.
- Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult issues and/or diverse organizations.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College is currently seeking a full-time Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) to join our Forensic Services/Juvenile Court Clinic team in Norfolk County. The Juvenile Court Clinics (JCCs) are operated as a collaboration between the Administrative Office of the Juvenile Court (AOJC) and the Department of Mental Health (DMH).
The primary location for this position will be in the Norfolk County Juvenile Court Clinic in Dedham, MA. The JCCs provide court-ordered evaluations of youth and families from diverse racial, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds who often have complex needs and systems involvement. This position has less client contact hours than most clinical positions and includes extensive assessment report writing, record review and collateral contact as major duties.
Duties Include
- Perform court-ordered psychological and diagnostic evaluations for the MA Juvenile Courts in status matters (Child Requiring Assistance), child abuse and neglect cases (Care and Protection), juvenile delinquency and youthful offender cases, and emergency civil commitment evaluations for psychiatric hospitalization or substance use treatment.
- Provide oral testimony as needed on assigned cases
- Consult with judges, probation officers, and attorneys
- Provide consultation and training as may be requested by the Juvenile Court to clinical staff, judges, probation officers, other court personnel and others (eg. community behavioral health providers, attorneys)
- Provide supervision to work-study students, trainees, and interns when appropriate
- Provide referrals to court-involved youth and their families for behavioral health services in their communities, and other supports or services as needed
- Other duties as assigned by Program Director
Required Qualifications
- Social Work degree at the Masters Level
- Licensed to practice social work in MA
- Knowledge and experience working with children, adolescents, and families
- Strong writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Commitment towards racial and social justice and equity, including a culturally humble approach to clinical work
- Credentialed as a Certified Juvenile Court Clinician (CJCC I) per 104 CMR 33.00 OR eligible to be certified (which is typically met if other job requirements are met). Supervision and training for CJCC certification will be provided at no cost.
- Applicant must be able to assume employment in the U.S. without College sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in forensic mental health and forensic assessment
- Bilingual fluency (Spanish/English)
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College is in an exciting growth phase at a time when its work is more essential than ever. For 50 years, the College’s talented faculty and staff have been educating professionals to bring mental health treatment skills to businesses and organizations, health care systems, correctional facilities, community mental health centers, schools, and consulting rooms. William James College is committed to educational excellence in applied psychology and developing the next generation of skilled professionals to increase access to behavioral healthcare for all people.
Position Summary
The Community Workforce Development Liaison will provide guidance and support to leaders in human services organizations seeking to enhance their workforce development efforts.
This position combines a strategic lens with implementation experience to assist decision-makers in human services agencies identify their workforce needs, challenges, and solutions. They will also help client agencies to assess their employees’ professional skills, career interests, and goals while helping them to access relevant education, training, and career advancement opportunities.
Responsibilities include consulting with HR professionals to identify existing support and structures for career development. Work with agency HR professionals to conduct interviews, assessments, and surveys to evaluate workforce abilities, interests, and barriers to professional growth. The Liaison will help to develop and implement career ladders and action steps for staff. Additionally, they will provide information, best practices, and advice on topics such as labor market trends, networking, and referrals to career development resources within the behavioral health industry. When appropriate, the Liaison will assist workers in identifying relevant external educational programs and assist the agency in creating flexible work situations to support career progression. By formulating development programs and conducting skills assessments, the Liaison will stay abreast of industry trends and ensure regulatory compliance. Duties will encompass a wide range of activities designed to optimize workforce potential and drive organizational growth.
Essential Functions
- Establish and maintain relationships with clients, community partners, and stakeholders across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
- Consult the client to develop criteria to evaluate the outcomes of workforce development programs.
- Collaborate to assess partner agency’s organizational workforce needs and identify skills gaps as contracted by the client.
- Assist the client in identifying skills gaps and potential among its workforce while helping create policies and processes for career ladder progression.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions to support clients in the implementation of workforce strategies and career development programs.
- Collaborate with WJC academic leaders to create access to professional training for agency employees and flexible work schedules/environments that can support success.
- Collaborate with agency workers to prepare application materials for academic programs.
- Consult the client to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to employment and training.
- Consult with the client on how to create and update employee development plans.
- Analyze labor market trends to anticipate future workforce needs.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions as contracted by the client.
- Compile and present reports on workforce development initiatives to WJC senior leadership.
- Perform related duties as required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Counseling, Organizational Psychology, Social Work, or a related field; OR equivalent combination of education and experience. MA preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in organizational development, learning and development, workforce development, or a similar role.
- Skilled in building relationships at all organizational levels across academic, non-profit, and community settings.
- Knowledge of human resources practices and community mental health (counseling).
- Experience in building career ladders and reviewing.
- Familiarity with workforce analytics tools and development theories.
- Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in career development, coaching, and collaboration with a variety of teams.
- Proficient in HR and workforce planning software and adaptable to client needs.
- Strong analytical skills to assess workforce capabilities and gaps.
- Proven ability to build relationships at all organizational levels, including HR professionals, department heads, and senior leadership.
- Project management skills with a strong organizational ability to handle multiple initiatives.
- Collaboration skills to work effectively with various stakeholders and partners, both internal and external to the organization.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
Embedded in the Framingham Police Department, the Co-Response Clinician will work alongside police officers and provide crisis response to individuals in need. Co-response clinicians offer on-scene de-escalation, support, assessment of mental status, social functioning, and determine level of risk to self and others.
Essential Functions
- Work collaboratively to assist and support law enforcement on calls involving individuals in a mental health/substance use related crisis.
- Participate in regular ride-alongs in all partner police departments.
- Attend monthly Co-Response Program Operations Meetings.
- Work closely with community members who are in crisis, identifying signs of mental health conditions, emotional dysregulation, and substance use.
- Perform risk assessments, crisis intervention, and employ de-escalation techniques.
- Provide community-based care through effective and efficient in-person responses, telephone support and referrals.
- Thoroughly document all clinician interventions and follow up care needed.
- Provide informal and formal training to law enforcement and dispatchers.
- Collect and enter data on interventions performed in the DMH database and clinical notes program.
- Engage with training and professional development to enhance their clinical, law enforcement, and justice system knowledge.
Desired Skills
- Understanding of grief and trauma.
- Excellent client assessment, and intervention skills.
- Proactive, creative, ethical, and enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent de-escalation skills.
- Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Responsive with follow through on individual tasks.
- Ability to learn how to complete a rapid risk assessment.
- Demonstrate understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to establish rapport with consumers, family members, law enforcement and service providers.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related clinical field.
- Massachusetts License as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Social Worker (LCSW or LICSW), or Psychologist (LP/HSP) eligible (preferred).
- Two years’ experience in crisis work.
- Experience collaborating with law enforcement (preferred).
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces an opening for a full-time Core Faculty position in the Doctoral Clinical Psychology Department beginning on August 4, 2025. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and the benefits are highly competitive. The minimum starting salary for this academic position is $90,000 and is consistent with the department’s salary equity considerations for incoming faculty.
William James College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. William James College endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.
Responsibilities
Core faculty members are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision. Additionally, there is the expectation of committee work and scholarly productivity. We are seeking applicants who can teach generalist courses in the Clinical Psy.D. program. Qualified applicants for this position should have experience in teaching foundational courses at the graduate level (e.g., Clinical Practice, Social Bases of Behavior, Cognitive Assessment). The successful applicant may also teach specialized courses depending on their relevant expertise. Applicants will also supervise dissertations in their specific area of expertise. Applicants with an interest in addressing disparities in assessments and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for unserved and underserved communities will be of particular interest.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces an opening for a full-time Core Faculty position in the Doctoral Clinical Psychology Department beginning on August 4, 2025. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and the benefits are highly competitive. The minimum starting salary for this academic position is $90,000 and is consistent with the department’s salary equity considerations for incoming faculty.
William James College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. William James College endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.
Responsibilities
Core faculty members are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision. Additionally, there is the expectation of committee work and scholarly productivity. We are seeking applicants with interest, expertise, and/or experience in Leadership and Management of Systems, in the public and private healthcare and/or education sectors. Applicants with an interest in addressing mental health disparities and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for unserved or underserved communities will be of particular interest. The successful applicant may teach relevant courses (e.g., Leadership and Management of Systems) as well as generalist courses in the clinical PsyD program. Applicants will also supervise dissertations in their specific area of expertise.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces an opening for a full-time Core Faculty position in the Doctoral Clinical Psychology Department beginning on August 4, 2025. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and the benefits are highly competitive. The minimum starting salary for this academic position is $90,000 and is consistent with the department’s salary equity considerations for incoming faculty.
William James College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. William James College endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.
Responsibilities
Core faculty members are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision. Additionally, there is the expectation of committee work and scholarly productivity. We are seeking applicants with interest, expertise, and/or experience in Neuropsychology, Cognitive Assessment, and/or Cognitive and Affective Aspects of Behavior. Applicants with an interest in addressing disparities in assessments and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for unserved and underserved communities will be of particular interest. The successful applicant may teach neuropsychology and cognitive assessment courses (e.g., Functional Neuroanatomy, Neuropsychological Assessment, Cognitive Assessment), as well as courses covering basic and experimental cognitive science domains including sensation/perception, object recognition, attention, memory, language, problem-solving, decision making, and affective neuroscience (e.g., Cognitive and Affective Bases of Behavior). Applicants will also supervise dissertations in their specific area of expertise.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces an opening for a full-time Core Faculty position in the Doctoral Clinical Psychology Department beginning on August 4, 2025. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and the benefits are highly competitive. The minimum starting salary for this academic position is $90,000 and is consistent with the department’s salary equity considerations for incoming faculty.
William James College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. William James College endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.
Responsibilities
Core faculty members are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision. Additionally, there is the expectation of committee work and scholarly productivity. We are seeking applicants with interest, expertise, and/or experience in Social Bases of Behavior. We are especially interested in applicants whose work lies at the intersection of social psychology and clinical psychology. Applicants with an interest in addressing mental health disparities and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for unserved or underserved communities will be of particular interest. The successful applicant may teach relevant courses (e.g., Social Bases of Behavior) as well as generalist courses in the clinical PsyD program. Applicants will also supervise dissertations in their specific area of expertise.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces openings for full-time Core Faculty position in the Counseling and Behavioral Health Department for the M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Programs (online and on-campus). We will consider candidates for January 2025 and August 2025. Rank is commensurate with experience.
William James College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. William James College endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.
Responsibilities
Core faculty members are involved in teaching, advising, and scholarly work. Additionally, there is the expectation of committee work and service to the college. We are seeking applicants with clinical experience who can bring that expertise to the classroom. Applicants with an interest in addressing disparities in all aspects of counseling and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for underserved and unserved communities will be of particular interest. We are seeking applicants with interest, expertise and/or experience with children, adolescents, and families. The successful candidate may teach relevant courses as well as other generalist foundational courses in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A. programs (online and on-campus).
Qualifications
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program. Applicants will be licensed or license eligible as a mental health counselor (LMHC) or as a marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Massachusetts and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Candidates should have an established professional identity as a mental health counselor and professional service as demonstrated by participation in counseling professional associations, presentations at conferences, and/or continued education presentations, among others. Three years full time or equivalent of clinical experience post-master’s degree is preferred, but at least two years of clinical experience is required.
Candidates with a master’s degree in counseling and a doctoral degree in psychology who have dual licenses as counselor and psychologist will be considered.
At least one year of experience teaching graduate students in a counselor education program, which may include experience supervising practicum and internship students is required. Expertise in one or more of the following areas preferred: children and adolescents; psychological assessment; group counseling; career counseling; psychopathology; diversity. Experience teaching asynchronous online courses as well as synchronous in-person courses is highly desirable.
Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company paid life and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer
Application Procedure
To apply, please visit our career center (click here).
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested applicants should submit:
- A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces openings for full-time Teaching Faculty Fellows in the Clinical Psychology Department beginning August 2025. The Fellowship offers a highly competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement at the College.
The Teaching Faculty Fellowship aims to recruit, train, and mentor recent graduates who have completed their doctoral degrees in Clinical or Counseling Psychology; and prepare new faculty to enter the nation’s professoriate. The primary aim of the Fellowship is to develop a critical mass of exceptionally talented and well-trained faculty members who are historically underrepresented in academic settings. It endeavors to equip Fellows with the skills, knowledge, and expertise to engage in paradigm shifting inclusive teaching, advising, and research practices as well as in administrative and leadership positions in academia.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be recent graduates or early career professionals with Clinical or Counseling Psychology doctoral degrees (including those who will complete their graduate studies by August 2025). Candidates (1) who identify with groups that have historically been underrepresented in academia (including, but not limited to, individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, ethnically, racially, or religiously minoritized individuals, and veterans and those presently serving in the armed forces); and/or (2) with a strong interest in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: Teaching Faculty Fellows are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision of graduate students. Additionally, they participate in didactic training on inclusive teaching and learning designs, strength-based pedagogical approaches, and culturally empowering instructional strategies. Fellows actively engage in professional development, scholarly, and program evaluation activities. They also receive faculty and peer mentorship throughout their enrollment in the program. Of particular interest to the Fellowship are candidates with a background—or interest in developing expertise—in consultation, personality and cognitive assessment, program development and evaluation, and substance use disorders. We are seeking applicants with interest in addressing disparities in these domains and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for unserved groups and underserved communities. Fellows may teach generalist foundational courses in the Clinical Psychology Department, including Clinical Practice, Social Bases of Behavior, and Cognitive Assessment. We are also seeking applicants interested in teaching courses, in the Center for Multicultural and Global Mental Health, focused on psychological assessment and testing of Latino, Black, African, and Caribbean populations.
Qualifications: Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have earned their degrees within the past 10 years (through August 2025), have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Applicants must be able to assume employment in the United States without College Sponsorship.
Application Procedure: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by Friday, May 16, 2025. Applicants for the Teaching Faculty Fellowship must submit:
- A detailed cover letter describing their background and qualifications; teaching, clinical, and research interests; demonstrated commitment to working with historically excluded and underserved communities; dedication to pursuing a career in academia; and potential to add to the diversity of the College.
- A résumé/curriculum vitae.
Materials should be submitted electronically to HR@williamjames.edu or should be submitted electronically via the WJC Career Center.
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.
William James College announces openings for full-time Teaching Faculty Fellows in the Counseling and Behavioral Health Department beginning August 2025. The Fellowship offers a highly competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement at the College and prepares new faculty to enter the nation’s professoriate.
The Teaching Faculty Fellowship aims to recruit, train, and mentor recent graduates or early career professionals who have completed their doctoral degree in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program preferred, or doctoral degree in counseling or related area with at least one-year full time teaching experience in a graduate counseling program prior to July 1, 2013 (as per CACREP 2024 standards). Applicants with doctoral degrees in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Mental Health Counseling will also be considered. The primary aim of the Fellowship is to develop a critical mass of exceptionally talented and well-trained faculty members who are historically underrepresented in academic settings. It endeavors to equip Fellows with the skills, knowledge, and expertise to engage in paradigm shifting inclusive teaching, advising, and research practices as well as in administrative and leadership positions in academia.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be recent graduates or early career professionals with doctoral degrees in Counselor Education and Supervision, Counseling Psychology, or Clinical Psychology (with a Master’s degree in Counseling) (including those who will complete their graduate studies by August 2025). Candidates who have not completed their doctoral degree should submit a letter from their program director indicating that they are expected to finish by the time the fellowship starts. Candidates (1) who identify with groups that have historically been underrepresented in academia (including, but not limited to, individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, ethnically, racially, or religiously minoritized individuals, and veterans and those presently serving in the armed forces); and/or (2) with a strong interest in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as well as a demonstrated commitment to serving underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: Teaching Faculty Fellows are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision of graduate students. Additionally, they participate in didactic training on inclusive teaching and learning designs, strength-based pedagogical approaches, and culturally empowering instructional strategies. Fellows actively engage in professional development, scholarly, and program evaluation activities. They also receive faculty and peer mentorship throughout their enrollment in the program. Of particular interest to the Fellowship are candidates with a background—or interest in developing expertise—with children, adolescents, and families. We are seeking applicants with interest in addressing disparities in these domains and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for unserved groups and underserved communities. Fellows may teach generalist foundational courses in the Counseling and Behavioral Health Department.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision preferably from a CACREP accredited program, or a doctoral degree (i.e., a PsyD, Ed.D. or a Ph.D.) in Counseling or Clinical Psychology (or expect to earn your degree by August 2025). If the doctoral degree is in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, candidates must have completed an APA accredited internship. Furthermore, if the doctoral degree is in Clinical Psychology, candidates must have a Master’s degree in Counseling. Candidates must have earned their degrees within the past 10 years (through August 2025), have teaching and clinical experience, and be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or as a Psychologist/Health Services Provider. A demonstrated record of relevant scholarly work is preferred, including community service and engagement, organizational leadership, and innovative and entrepreneurial activities. Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion. The Department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia.
Application Procedure: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by Friday, May 16, 2025. Applicants for the Teaching Faculty Fellowship must submit:
- A detailed cover letter describing their background and qualifications; teaching, clinical, and research interests; demonstrated commitment to working with historically excluded and underserved communities; dedication to pursuing a career in academia; and potential to add to the diversity of the College.
- A résumé/curriculum vitae.
Materials should be submitted electronically to HR@williamjames.edu or should be submitted electronically via the WJC Career Center
Inclusive Excellence at William James College
William James College is an institution and a community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness and respect for all people. Our Inclusive Excellence model infuses diversity, equity and inclusion efforts into the core of institutional functioning to realize the educational benefits of diversity both locally and globally. We are committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for change agents in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society.