Assistant Professor or Instructor - Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling Track, Department of Psychology
About The Position
The Department of Psychology at Cameron University seeks a full-time Assistant Professor (preferred) or Instructor in Counseling to begin teaching in January 2027. This role involves teaching graduate-level courses within the Counseling Track of the Master of Arts in Mental Health program, with teaching formats including distance learning, online, and face-to-face. Responsibilities also include supervising practicum students at the Cameron Psychology Center, performing department and university service, supporting student scholarship, and conducting research. Additional duties include student advisement, assisting with program and department assessment and development, and supporting student organizations and events.
Requirements
- LPC, LPC Supervisor in the state of Oklahoma
- Master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling
- Experience supervising practicum students
- Demonstrated teaching excellence
- Must hold master’s degree in a mental health related field to qualify for the rank of instructor
- Must be an approved LPCS supervisor in the state of Oklahoma or be willing to complete the required training to obtain LPCS approval
- Must possess and maintain a valid Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license.
Nice To Haves
- A PhD in Counseling is required to quality for the rank of Assistant Professor.
- Minimum of five years of experience in the counseling field
- Experience supervising pre-licensure LPC candidates
- Licensure in Alcohol and Drug Counseling
- Demonstrated expertise in online teaching and Quality Matters standards.
- Applicants who are doctoral degree candidates may be considered for the Assistant Professor position, but if hired and the degree has not been earned by the start of the employment period, the initial appointment will be made at the rank (and salary) of Instructor and will only be converted upon documented completion of the degree, in accordance with the conditions specified in the offer letter.
Responsibilities
- Teaching master’s level courses on the MAMH: Counseling Track, undergraduate and other master’s level courses, and one section of General Psychology each semester.
- Courses may be delivered using a variety of formats including in-person, Zoom, hybrid, and online.
- Scholarship and service including advising students on the MAMH: Counseling Track.
- Overseeing the curriculum and assessment for the track.
- Excellent teaching for retention and promotion.
- Each faculty member teaches 12 hours per semester.
Benefits
- Paid medical coverage for employees
- Ample time off opportunities
- Employee tuition waiver programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
