Assistant Professor, Counseling

Rivier University•Nashua, NH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Counseling and Psychology at Rivier University invites applications for an Assistant professor for its APA-accredited PsyD program in Counseling and School Psychology. This will be an in-person, full-time, non-tenure track, 9-month term appointment. The position will primarily include responsibilities in the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Counseling and School Psychology program with a focus on School-Child Psychology teaching courses in: Cognitive Assessment, Psychometrics, Developmental Psychology, School Based Consultation, and other courses focused on work in schools and with children. Faculty are expected to be able to deliver engaging and evidence-based instruction in relevant psychological theories, research methods, and applications while fostering critical thinking and supporting student growth. Training is personal and student-centered and includes the active socialization of students as psychologists. As a professor of practice, faculty are expected to maintain an applied practice (typically one day/week) rather than maintaining active, funded scholarship; either is welcome.

Requirements

Earned doctorate in Counseling Psychology or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program, with a minimum of two years of academic or clinical practice.
Licensed psychologist in the state of New Hampshire is preferred.
Candidates licensed in other states who could transfer the license to New Hampshire are encouraged to apply.
Graduate teaching or clinical supervision experience in counseling and/or school psychology is highly desired.
Demonstrated scholarship, including applied research, in the areas of counseling and/or school psychology.
Enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring doctoral students, as well as the ability to work effectively with students of all levels and abilities and from diverse backgrounds and with diverse identities
Doctoral teaching experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Mentoring as an experienced clinical professional is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Assume face-to-face teaching, advisement, and mentoring responsibilities for graduate students in counseling and school psychology.
Research Advising including participation in doctoral research and dissertation committees.
Provide University-based supervision for students completing practicums and internships.
Participate in student programs and data collection and assessment.
Participate in ongoing program growth and development, particularly with respect to the integration of social justice throughout all program experiences.
Participate in recruitment, retention, and enrollment opportunities to attract and retain a diverse group of graduate and doctoral students.
Maintain professional and licensure requirements commensurate with teaching graduate studies and supervising practicum and internship experiences.
Hold a license as a psychologist in the state of New Hampshire.
Provide service to the programs and the University.
Develop/maintain an active research agenda that promotes student involvement.
Join an experienced and talented faculty to model collaboration for student success as counselors and school psychologists.