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Job no: 495225
Work type: Administrative (Full Time)
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Categories: Faculty
Job Title: Full Time Administrative Faculty – Director of Clinical Education, Division of Counseling
Reporting Relationship:
Unit: National & Global
Department: Counseling - School of Integrated Health
Campus Location: Indianapolis Ed Center North, Indianapolis, IN
Summary of Position: Indiana Wesleyan University’s School of Integrated Health Division of Counseling invites applications for a full-time administrative faculty position with experience in counseling, supervision, and program management. This is a full-time appointment which will encompass the coordination of the practicum and internship courses, internship programs and the supervision of the onsite clinics within the Division of Counseling. Students within the Division of Counseling are pursuing degrees in BS and MA in Addictions Counseling, the MA in School Counseling, the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, the MA in Community Care, and the MA in Marriage & Family Counseling.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinates clinical activities (practicum/internship) of the Division and its programs
- Functions as the administrative executive for the Division’s Counseling Clinics
- While there are currently Clinic Coordinators who oversee the day-to-day operations of the clinics, the Director of Clinical Services will serve as the direct report. Therefore, it will be imperative to know the processes related to:
- the management of requests for services, assignments of clients to student counselors
- the recordkeeping and documentation of cases
- the policies of an ethical and safe clinical site
- Maintain and revise practicum/internship processes
- Ensures compliance with state, CACREP, and AAMFT standards regarding supervision and documentation of clinical hours
- Champion for Experiential Learning Cloud, which is the system used by Practicum/Internship students for paperwork, hours tracking, and class assignments
- Serves as the Practicum/Internship coordinator for the Division of Counseling students, which means developing and maintaining effective working relationships with practicum/internship sites and site supervisors
- Serves as site supervisor, in coordination with the Clinic Coordinators, for practicum/internship students seeing clients at university clinics
- Conducts weekly supervision and consultation as needed to practicum students and interns in accordance with CACREP and other accreditation standards
- Conducts orientation, in coordination with the Clinic Coordinators, to all incoming students, regarding practicum/internship (incl. use of clinic technology) and provides tours for prospective students as needed
- Provides administrative supervision to students on regularly scheduled review of clinical records, including the maintenance and storage of the physical files
- Teaches minimum of four Practicum/Internship courses per year
- Provides feedback on professional development of students to specialization coordinators and program director and division chair
- Participates in Departmental and institutional committees as assigned
- Serves as Liaison between the Clinic, client, university, and community
- Establishes and maintains resource and referral network with regional practitioners, agencies, church, and para-church organizations
- Conducts program evaluation for quality assurance and to ensure fulfillment of division objectives
- Revises clinical forms and Clinical Experience Manual as needed
- Monitors functioning of clinic technology
- Conducts and assists faculty in clinically-based research
- Models excellence and interacts with staff, students, clients, and faculty in a professional and ethical manner
- Demonstrates skill in the integration of theology and counseling theory in the conceptualization and treatment of clients
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
- An earned master’s degree in counseling or closely related field with preference to those with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
Experience
- Applicants must have a full clinical license as counselor or therapist
- Applicants must have worked at least two years in the field of counseling at a professional, supervisory, or faculty-level status
- Applicants must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement
Required Skills
- Ability to learn, use, and teach in an onsite and online modality
- Computer Software skills such as online learning platforms, navigating online library services, using software packages such as Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of APA format
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- An awareness of higher education academic and administrative processes with an eye toward professional licensing and credentialing processes.
- A solid track record as a collaborative leader with effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and a strong interest in realizing IWU’s institutional learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a rich, culturally diverse workplace in “accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ’s commandment to love all humankind.”
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 28 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 04 Oct 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
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Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to clinical education leadership. A nursing or health sciences degree typically qualifies, but a general management degree without clinical coursework can trigger an RFE. Confirm alignment using O*NET before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Director of Clinical Education roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this title. That history signals genuine H-1B sponsorship experience, not just willingness in principle.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for this SOC code in your target metro area. Your employer must meet that threshold in the LCA, so knowing it in advance prevents late-stage offer complications.
Prioritize healthcare systems over staffing agencies
Hospital networks and academic medical centers typically sponsor H-1B directly as cap-subject petitions. Staffing or contract firms placing clinical educators may use different arrangements that affect your status continuity when assignments end.
Time your application around the April cap filing window
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're negotiating a Director of Clinical Education offer in late spring, ask your employer whether they'll file in the next cap cycle or pursue a cap-exempt route through a nonprofit hospital affiliate.
Prepare a role-specific specialty occupation letter
USCIS scrutinizes clinical education titles that blend administrative and instructional duties. Ask your employer to draft a support letter detailing that the role requires specialized clinical knowledge, not just general management skills, to reduce RFE risk.
H-1B Visa Director Of Clinical Education: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Clinical Education role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. Director of Clinical Education roles typically require a degree in nursing, health sciences, or a related clinical field, which satisfies that standard. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more vulnerable to RFEs, so the job description language matters.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for clinical education directors?
Hospital systems, academic medical centers, nursing schools, and large outpatient networks are the most active sponsors for this title. Some are affiliated with nonprofit or government institutions, which can qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers and file year-round. You can search employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Director of Clinical Education offers?
Your employer must certify in the Labor Condition Application that your offered pay meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for this occupation in the work location. DOL sets four wage levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. A director-level role typically falls at Level III or IV. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the applicable wage before finalizing your offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new clinical education employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided you've maintained valid H-1B status. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 petition. Your clinical education credentials and prior approval are not automatically transferred and must be re-documented.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Director of Clinical Education?
A strong petition includes a degree evaluation confirming your credentials meet U.S. equivalency, an employer support letter explaining why the role requires a clinically specialized degree, and your professional licenses if the position involves overseeing licensed staff. If your degree is in a tangential field, a detailed skills assessment and relevant work history help establish specialty occupation fit under USCIS guidelines.