Open-Rank Professor of Practice, Non-Tenure Track, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Requirements

• Required:
• Earned PhD (no later than May 2026) from a CACREP accredited Counselor Educator and Supervision Program .
• Licensure as an LPC or LMHC
• Active certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC)
• Evidence of a comprehensive counseling background and professional counselor identity
• Evidence of capacity to develop and successfully teach synchronous and asynchronous core, elective, and special topics online courses using the Canvas learning management system
• Evidence of active commitment to social justice and advocacy in counseling
• Experience of and commitment toward supporting CACREP accreditation processes
• Applications for Associate Professor of Practice must show evidence of cumulative service to university, program, and community; history of scholarship, fulfillment of leadership responsibilities, and previous promotion to Associate Professor rank if applicable
• Campus presence optional, some university-funded travel required for remote employees (such as residency, school retreats, etc.).
• Preferred:
• Certification as an approved clinical supervisor (ACS)
• Prior teaching experience in counselor education programs, evidence of culturally responsive and inclusive teaching methods. Preference will be given to those with online teaching experience.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills as evidenced by, but not limited to, active participation on academic and/or professional counseling committees/organizations, accreditation processes
• Pay Transparency:
• The estimated pay range for this position is $68,000-$72,000 per year. The offered rate of pay will be commensurate with work experience and educational background.
• Notice to Out of State Applicants: Saint Joseph's University may only consider applicant

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Additional Information

Position Title: Open-Rank Professor of Practice, Non-Tenure Track, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Time Type: Full time Position Summary and Qualifications: The School of Education and Human Development at Saint Joseph's University (SJU) invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty member in the Counseling program to begin in Fall 2026. This position is for a 9-month non-tenure track, Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice faculty position (commensurate upon education and experience) in the Department of Educational Leadership and Human Services. This position may include opportunities for teaching additional courses/overload. The Educational Leadership and Human Services Department seeks experienced counselor education candidates who have expertise in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC). The counseling program at SJU launched in Fall 2021 and its self-study is currently under review with CACREP. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be influential in the continued design and development of this graduate program. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is strongly interested in building and fostering community connections; active involvement in CACREP accreditation; service to the university, department, and program; and committed to counselor identity and academic quality in the preparation of counselors. Successful candidates must demonstrate competency with online teaching methods, including best practices in asynchronous and synchronous design and delivery, authentic assessment, and a commitment to continuous pedagogical innovation. Successful candidates will also demonstrate how their research agenda will impact SJU, the community, and other stakeholders. Priority review will be given to applications received by July 1, 2026. Note to Applicants: Candidates should submit a cover letter addressing required qualifications, contact information for 3 professional references, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy (including description of commitment to social justice and advocacy) in the Supporting Materials field. All materials should be uploaded before submitting the job application. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Teaching and Learning Developing and teaching online (synchronous and asynchronous) graduate courses in the CMHC program. SJU teaching load is 24 credit hours distributed over 12-months according to program need. Each course is 3-credit hours. For example, teaching load may be 4 courses in fall and spring, or may be 3 fall, 3 spring and 2 summer courses. Providing ongoing advisement to graduate-level counseling students Summer teaching opportunities available Supervision and Clinical Experiences Align clinical experiences with SEHD vision for community partnerships ○ Supervise practicum and internship students Provide leadership related to best practices in clinical experiences Use technology to improve clinical experiences Service Service on university, department, and program committees Service to the counseling profession and community Service to the program is continuous across the calendar year in preparation for CACREP accreditation needs. Other duties as assigned

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