Lecturer-Pool Faculty in Music (Music Therapy: Clinical Supervisor) - 2 positions to be filled

  • Sam Houston State University
  • Huntington, West Virginia
  • Full Time
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position TitleLecturer-Pool Faculty in Music (Music Therapy: Clinical Supervisor) - 2 positions to be filled

Requisition202500091F

RankLecturer-Pool

FLSA statusExempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position TypePart-Time Non-Tenure Track

CollegeCollege of Arts & Media

DepartmentSchool of Music

Open Date06/20/2025

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Refer Applicants To

Contact NameDr. Scott D. Plugge

Title

Music Therapy Search Committee, Chair

Sam Houston State University

Box 2208

Huntsville, TX 77341-2208

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Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Provides clinical music therapy services to clients and weekly clinical and academic supervision to undergraduate and bachelor's equivalency-level students enrolled in practicum. Clinical sites include but are not limited to our on-campus university music therapy clinic, in client homes, on virtual/remote platforms, and/or in various settings in Huntsville, Willis, Conroe, The Woodlands, and the greater Houston area.

Maintains effective working relationships with clients, client caregivers, and off-campus clinical site staff. Provides students with timely feedback on submitted assignments. Works with existing music therapy faculty to ensure that the American Music Therapy Association clinical training guidelines are met. Possibility to teach undergraduate music therapy course(s) in area(s) of expertise, depending on program needs.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Master's degree in music therapy with MT-BC certification; a Bachelor's degree in music therapy with MT-BC certification and extensive experience may be considered.

Experience Required for the Position

At least two years of full-time clinical experience in music therapy or its equivalent in part-time work; current MT-BC credential.

Other Requirements for the Position

Previous experience supervising music therapy students or interns; clinical experience working with individuals with mental health and/or neurodevelopmental diagnoses; private practice/music therapy business experience.

Special Instructions Summary

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions regarding the search may be directed to Dr. Scott D. Plugge, Chair -Lecturer-Pool Faculty in Music Therapy Search Committee, School of Music, Sam Houston State University, P.O. Box 2208, Huntsville, TX 77341-2208

Open Until FilledYes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

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Job ID: 482282220
Originally Posted on: 6/22/2025

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