Assistant Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Emory & Henry University • Marion, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Emory & Henry University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This remote faculty position includes limited on-campus responsibilities, including approximately three weeks annually for course intensives, commencement, and activities related to program accreditation. We seek a faculty member who will contribute to our CACREP-accredited M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, maintain an active scholarly agenda, engage meaningfully with students and colleagues in a virtual environment, and participate in university, professional, and community service.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program. ABD candidates may apply but must complete the doctorate by the contract start date.
• Eligible for or currently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or equivalent and able to maintain active licensure throughout employment.
• Demonstrated excellence or clear potential in graduate-level teaching, including online instruction.
• Established research agenda or demonstrated potential for scholarly productivity.
• Commitment to working effectively with diverse populations and fostering inclusive learning environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in an online environment.
• Clinical and teaching expertise in counseling children and adolescents.
• Leadership or service experience in professional counseling organizations.
• Active clinical practice experience; supervision-only experience does not meet this preference.
• Commitment to trauma-informed principles and practices in counseling education.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in an online format, with on-campus intensives.
• Advise and mentor master's students.
• Provide clinical supervision for practicum and internship students.
• Maintain an active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations.
• Participate as core faculty in program governance and accreditation activities.
• Contribute to department and university service and professional organizations.
• Support ongoing curriculum, program, and accreditation development.
• Maintain a strong virtual presence with students and colleagues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree