Director of Field Education & Partnerships (CMHC/MSW)

Merrimack College; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack College is seeking a Placement Director to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence for field education across CMHC, School Counseling, and Social Work master’s programs. This 12-month, on-campus role supervises placement staff, ensures accreditation compliance, and cultivates community partnerships to deliver high-quality field experiences.

The Director will champion innovation in field education, oversee site development, student-centered placement coordination,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Licensed mental health professional (LICSW, LMHC, psychologist, or equivalent) in Massachusetts or eligible for licensure.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills; proficiency with database management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise placement staff including Internship Coordinator, Field Placement Director, and Field Placement Coordinator; foster cross-program collaboration.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive field education strategic plan and ensure accreditation standards.
• Cultivate relationships with community agencies, schools, and healthcare facilities; develop affiliation agreements; conduct site visits.
• Oversee equitable placement processes and develop matching systems aligning student goals with site opportunities.
• Coordinate orientation and ongoing training for site supervisors across programs and collaborate with faculty to integrate classroom and field learning.
• Maintain documentation systems, prepare materials for accreditation reviews, and stay current with licensure requirements.
• Manage field placement processes and technology, prepare reports for stakeholders, and contribute to campus leadership and planning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Database management

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling or Social Work

Licensed mental health professional (LICSW/LMHC/psychologist) in MA or eligible

Job description

Merrimack College is seeking a Placement Director to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence for field education across CMHC, School Counseling, and Social Work master’s programs. This 12-month, on-campus role supervises placement staff, ensures accreditation compliance, and cultivates community partnerships to deliver high-quality field experiences.

The Director will champion innovation in field education, oversee site development, student-centered placement coordination,