Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Texas A&M University - Central Texas in Killeen, Texas

Job Description:

Job TitleAssistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
AgencyTexas A&M University - Central Texas
DepartmentCollege Of Education and Human Development
Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate
Job LocationKilleen, Texas
Job TypeFaculty
Job Description

The College of Education and Human Development's Department of Counseling and Psychology is seeking a full-time tenure track faculty member to contribute to our goal of accessible, affordable, and quality education as well as our core values.

The faculty member will support the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Texas A&M University - Central Texas and should have a demonstrated record of quality teaching, research, and leadership. The individual selected will serve a nine-month, tenure-track appointment. Summer appointment is not guaranteed and is contingent upon University need.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: (1) teaching three [3] graduate courses each semester in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, including in person, online, and hybrid modalities; (2) developing and maintaining a focused research line; (3) providing clinical supervision to master's level students; (4) coordinating practicum and internship courses; (5) working with faculty members in the Counseling Program and with facilities in the community to support students; (6) participating actively in professional organizations and university committees.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Minimum Education & Experience:

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  Earned doctoral degree in counselor education, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program that is approved by the university and recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as appropriate to Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

  
  


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  Ability in the discipline and clear promise of teaching excellence as evidenced in evaluation by peers, department head, and college dean,

  
  


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  A record of scholarly activity beyond that required for completion of the terminal degree.

  
  


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  Minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC), which include at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area of suitable approved justifications.

  
  


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  Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Ph.D. from a CACREP accredited university.

  
  


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  Familiarity with CACREP accreditation standards and process.

  
  


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  Teaching and supervision experience at the graduate level.

  
  


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  Experience working in the field of mental health or in counseling settings

  
  


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  A strong record of peer reviewed scholarly activities

  
  

Responsibilities:

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  Develop, implement, and review effective teaching and learning processes, incorporate appropriate methodology, technology and other tools;

  
  


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  Remain current in discipline and ensure appropriate advisement of students seeking licensure as professional counselors;

  
  


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  Teach graduate courses in Counseling and Psychology, including on campus, online, and hybrid courses (12 workload credits per semester; 4 workload credits for each graduate course taught);

  
  


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  Develop a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning including course competency expectations and student learning outcome measures;

  
  


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  Maintain an appropriate schedule for student access and inquiry; hold office hours, advise students, and supervise clinical experiences

  
  


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  Participate in necessary institutional functions such as, but not limited to, department, college, and university committees; club sponsorship; facilitation of advisory committees; student/faculty recruitments; and mentoring of new and part-time faculty;

  
  


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  Conduct research and scholarship activities and publicly disseminate findings;

  
  


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  Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

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  Competent in providing clinical supervision to counselors in training.

  
  


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  Effective communicator who can collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders.

  
  

Salary: Commensurate

Hours: Faculty hours; M-F; hours may vary by course schedule

Work Location: This is not a fully remote position and selected candidate will be required to work on campus dependent on course assignment.

To Apply

Please apply directly on our Texas A&M University-Central Texas Job Site. Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, transcripts, and the contact information of three professional references or three letters of references when applying for this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.