Associate Chair, Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy

Associate Chair, Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP) Reporting to the Chair of the Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP), this newly created Associate Chair role focuses on the Applied Scholarship Project (ASP). It is a pivotal academic appointment that advances the university’s mission through excellence in teaching, research supervision, and program leadership. As the Associate Chair, DCP, you will guide curriculum delivery, support faculty development, enhance student engagement, and balance academic instruction with mentorship and operational oversight. You will take ownership of advancing student success by cultivating strategic partnerships, ensuring academic quality, and championing continuous improvement across the program. You will work closely with the Chair to keep the Applied Scholarship specialization academically rigorous, professionally relevant, and aligned with current disciplinary and industry standards. This includes contributing to curriculum quality assurance, building strategic relationships, and strengthening institutional visibility across higher education, professional associations, and community networks. Full‑time remote position within Canada with travel required for convocations and events as needed. What’s in it for you Impact and leadership – central role in advancing the visibility, quality, and impact of Applied Scholarship projects. Oversee all ASP administrative processes, chair scholarly defenses, and shape the intellectual direction of the DCP. Collaboration and influence – flexible teaching load of 16‑25 courses per year and autonomy to introduce new ideas and pedagogical innovations with a collegial, research‑driven faculty. Recognition and growth – strengthen professional reputation through leadership in applied scholarship and research, influence a nationally recognized doctoral program, and prepare for continued advancement within academic leadership. As our new Associate Chair, Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP), you will: Lead. Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the ASP, ensuring efficient administrative processes aligned with the program mission. Guide the research vision, foster methodological rigor, ethical integrity, and scholarly innovation. Serve as a neutral chair for ASP defenses and execute delegated responsibilities with professionalism. Develop. Plan, design, and enhance graduate‑level curriculum and academic programming. Collaborate with Teaching Design and Assessment teams, review course content, maintain the ASP Handbook, and ensure program materials support consistency and student success. Inspire. Recruit, mentor, and support a diverse faculty community. Oversee faculty supervision of student research projects and advance instructional excellence through evidence‑based practices. Teach. Deliver approximately fifty percent of a full‑time teaching load, providing instruction in research‑intensive courses that cultivate critical inquiry and ethical practice. Lead seminars and workshops to build research competencies and prepare students for dissemination and publication. Support. Mentor students and faculty through all stages of the research process, including proposal development, ethics approvals, methodology guidance, and knowledge translation. Monitor progress, provide advising, and maintain accurate student records. Ensure. Uphold academic quality, compliance, and integrity by supporting accreditation, quality assurance, and regulatory processes. Apply institutional and regulatory standards consistently. Engage. Cultivate external community and professional partnerships to enhance applied research opportunities and student engagement. Lead the planning and implementation of a DCP Research Symposium or similar scholarly forum. Collaborate. Work closely with Student Services, Teaching and Learning, Regulatory Affairs, Admissions, and Academic Leadership to ensure coordinated delivery of academic operations. Contribute. Engage in ongoing professional and scholarly development, maintain disciplinary expertise, and participate in accreditation reviews, self‑study reporting, and curriculum initiatives. You have: The education. Earned doctoral degree in Counselling, Psychology, Psychotherapy, or a closely related discipline. Eligible for a full clinical practice licence and committed to lifelong professional learning. The academic and professional experience. Distinguished record of applied practice and educational leadership. Demonstrated success in master’s or doctoral‑level instruction and support for diverse learners with inclusive, evidence‑informed pedagogies. We welcome candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest. What you can expect from our hiring process: A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire. A virtual panel interview with the Chair, a Research Expert, and a representative from Human Resources. This will allow you to share more about your academic and administrative experience. A final interview with key members of the team to discuss how your skills and experiences align with the department’s goals and the university’s mission. Diversity, equity and inclusion are critical components of life at Yorkville University. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), and other equity‑seeking groups. Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify Human Resources at . Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Education Industries Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr