Associate Chair, Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP)

Yorkville University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Toronto, Canada, seeks an Associate Chair for the Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy program. This role involves leadership in curriculum development, faculty mentorship, and advancing applied scholarship initiatives. Applicants should possess a doctorate in a related field and have a proven track record in educational leadership and research. The position is full-time and remote within Canada, with occasional travel required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• A distinguished record of applied practice and educational leadership in counselling or related fields.
• Experience in doctoral-level instruction and supporting diverse learners.
• A sustained record of applied research and scholarly contributions.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for the Applied Scholarship Project.
• Contribute to planning and design of graduate-level curriculum.
• Recruit, mentor, and support faculty in teaching and research.

Skills

Academic leadership

Research supervision

Curriculum development

Mentorship

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Doctoral degree in Counselling, Psychology, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Digital research tools

Job description

We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, and the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other, and strive to create inspiring, incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are, or how they learn. In choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity, and inspire positive change for so many people.

Our core values put the student experience at the center of what we do, reflecting who we are, and aspire to be. If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need

Reporting to the Chair, Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP), we have a newly created opportunity for an Associate Chair, DCP, to join our academic leadership team with a dedicated focus on the Applied Scholarship Project (ASP). This is a pivotal and highly visible academic appointment that will advance the university’s mission through excellence in teaching, research supervision, and program leadership.

As our new Associate Chair, DCP, you will play a critical role in guiding curriculum delivery, supporting faculty development, and enhancing student engagement. You will balance academic instruction with mentorship and operational oversight, fostering an inclusive and intellectually stimulating environment that encourages innovation, scholarly inquiry, and professional growth. You will take ownership of advancing student success by cultivating strategic partnerships, ensuring academic quality, and championing continuous improvement across the program.

Working in close partnership with the Chair, DCP, you will ensure that the Applied Scholarship specialization remains academically rigorous, professionally relevant, and aligned with current disciplinary and industry standards. You will contribute to the ongoing development and quality assurance of the curriculum, building strategic relationships and strengthening institutional visibility across higher education, professional associations, and community networks to support student achievement and designation pathways.

This is a full-time remote position within Canada with travel required for convocations and events as needed.

What’s in it for you

Impact and leadership. You will play a central role in advancing the visibility, quality, and impact of Applied Scholarship projects. You will provide expert academic and research guidance to students and supervisors, oversee all ASP administrative processes, and chair scholarly defences. You will help shape the intellectual direction of the DCP, reinforcing academic excellence and research integrity across the program.

Collaboration and influence. You will maintain a flexible teaching load of 16–25 courses per year while contributing to broader program development initiatives, including organizing student research symposia. You will have the autonomy to bring forward new ideas and pedagogical innovations, collaborating with a collegial and research-driven faculty to expand the scope and depth of applied scholarship within the DCP.

Recognition and growth. You will join a progressive and forward-thinking institution that values innovation, academic rigour, and meaningful impact. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen professional reputation through leadership in applied scholarship and research, to influence the evolution of a nationally recognized doctoral program, and to prepare for continued advancement within academic leadership.

As our new Associate Chair, Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy (DCP), you will:

• Lead. You will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Applied Scholarship Project (ASP), ensuring administrative processes are efficient, aligned with the program mission and contribute to Yorkville University’s academic goals. You will guide the ASP’s research vision, fostering methodological rigour, ethical integrity, and scholarly innovation. You may serve as a neutral chair for ASP defences, upholding fairness, academic standards, and consistency. You will execute delegated responsibilities with professionalism, accountability, and alignment with the university’s strategic priorities.
• Develop. You will contribute to the planning, design, and enhancement of graduate-level curriculum and academic programming, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards, Yorkville’s Signature Learning Outcomes, and evolving disciplinary trends. You will teach and help develop research-focused and ethics-related courses, and may serve as Course Lead for Scholarship and Research. You will collaborate with Learning Design and Assessment teams, review course content, maintain the ASP Handbook, and ensure program materials support consistency, clarity, and student success.
• Inspire. You will recruit, mentor, and support a diverse and accomplished faculty community demonstrating excellence in teaching, research, and professional practice. You will oversee faculty supervising student research projects, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, inquiry-driven academic culture. You will advance instructional excellence through evidence-based teaching practices, constructive feedback, and professional development initiatives. You will champion innovation, scholarly engagement, and inclusivity across the DCP program.
• Teach. You will deliver approximately fifty percent of a full-time teaching load, providing instruction in research-intensive courses that cultivate critical inquiry, applied scholarship, and ethical practice. You will lead seminars and workshops to build research competencies, strengthen students’ readiness for the ASP, and prepare them for scholarly dissemination and publication. You will employ inclusive, adaptive, and technology-enhanced teaching approaches across online and blended modalities to maximize engagement and learning outcomes.
• Support. You will mentor students and faculty through all stages of the research process, including proposal development, Research Ethics Board approvals, methodology guidance, and knowledge translation. You will monitor academic progress, provide personalized advising, and ensure the timely completion of research milestones. You will maintain accurate student records to inform reporting, continuous improvement, and program-level decision-making.
• Ensure. You will uphold academic quality, compliance, and integrity by supporting accreditation, quality assurance, and regulatory processes. You will apply institutional and regulatory standards consistently, maintaining transparency, fairness, and academic excellence in all aspects of teaching, assessment, and research supervision.
• Engage.
• Collaborate. You will work closely with colleagues across Student Services, Teaching and Learning, Regulatory Affairs, Admissions, and Academic Leadership to ensure coordinated and seamless delivery of academic operations. You will serve as a central point of contact and advisor for the DCP program, promoting communication, transparency, and shared purpose.
• Contribute. You will engage in ongoing professional and scholarly development to maintain disciplinary, methodological, and pedagogical expertise. You will participate in accreditation reviews, self-study reporting, and curriculum initiatives while maintaining an active record of research, publications, grant activity, conference participation, and professional engagement that advances the program’s scholarly reputation and impact.

You have:

• The education. You hold an earned doctoral degree in Counselling, Psychology, Psychotherapy, or a closely related discipline. You are eligible for a full clinical practice licence. You are committed to lifelong professional learning and research engagement to sustain disciplinary expertise and innovative teaching practice.
• The academic and professional experience. You bring a distinguished record of applied practice and educational leadership in counselling, psychology, psychotherapy, or a related field. You have demonstrated success in master’s or doctoral-level instruction and have supported diverse learners through inclusive, evidence-informed, and student-centred pedagogies. You are adept at delivering courses across online and blended modalities, with a record of strong student engagement, research mentorship, and measurable learning outcomes.
• The research and scholarship. You have a sustained and impactful record of applied research, peer-reviewed publications, grant-funded projects, or other scholarly contributions. You have supervised or examined doctoral and master ’s-level theses and possess a deep understanding of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research traditions. You bring a clear scholarly agenda that aligns with Yorkville University’s applied research mission and advances knowledge translation in counselling and psychotherapy.
• The leadership. You are a collaborative academic and research leader committed to fostering a culture of excellence, mentorship, and shared purpose. You are skilled in building strategic academic, research, and community partnerships, engaging with alumni, advisory councils, and professional networks to advance the mission of the DCP.The curriculum and teaching innovation. You bring demonstrated expertise in research-led curriculum design, instructional innovation, and adult theory. You apply data-informed and inclusive pedagogical approaches that promote applied learning, academic achievement, and professional readiness. You are committed to advancing educational innovation, research engagement, and equity within the field of counselling and psychotherapy.
• The communication and collaboration. You have exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. You build trust and credibility across academic and professional communities through clarity, empathy, and intellectual integrity, particularly in scholarly contexts.
• The technical ability. You are skilled in leveraging educational technologies to enhance learning outcomes. You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and adept at using digital research and collaboration tools to support academic excellence.
• The flexibility. You are open to travelling within Canada up to ten percent of the time for networking and academic conferences. You are willing and able to deliver courses remotely, as scheduled, to meet the needs of students.

Why work at Yorkville University?

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees and ultimately our students from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments, and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity‑seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and programs - right up to our Masters' offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work‑life balance.

Join us

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications 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 and the company. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an AI‑powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are invited to interview.
• A virtual panel interview with the Chair, DCP, a Research Expert, and a representative from Human Resources. This will be an opportunity for you to share more about your academic and administrative experience and learn more about the priorities of the Applied Scholarship Project and department.
• A final interview with key members of the team, where you will engage in a deeper conversation about how your skills, experiences, and approach align with the department’s goals and Yorkville University’s mission.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School and we committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two‑Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community 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 1-877-429-4029.

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