Assistant Professor Positions, Community and Trauma Counseling Program, Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls Campus
About The Position
The Community and Trauma Counseling Program in the Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health seeks a new faculty member at the Full Time Assistant Professor Level, to support the CACREP-accredited counseling program at Thomas Jefferson University. The appointed candidate will be responsible for teaching six to eight courses annually in the graduate and/or undergraduate program(s). In addition to teaching, the position requires additional duties, including but not limited to course and program development, grant writing, student recruitment, student advising, clinical site coordination, and completing outcome measurements for graduate students as per the standards set forth by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program.
- A professional license is required, LPC is preferred.
- Candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years clinical experience in trauma-informed and related mental health service delivery.
- Candidate must have sound teaching experience.
- Candidates must have experience with course and curriculum development and grant writing.
- Candidate must have excellent organizational skills, be a strong communicator, a team player, and have proficiency with computers and education-related technology.
- The candidate must maintain clinical practice outside of the University (practice track) OR meet University standards related to research/scholarship/creative work for tenure-track professors (tenure track).
Nice To Haves
- Candidate expertise in addictions and recovery is a plus, as is expertise in play therapy or art therapy in the treatment of trauma impacted clients.
- Proficiency with online teaching, graduate education, and interprofessional training preferred.
- Candidates who represent underserved communities are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Teaching six to eight courses annually in the graduate and/or undergraduate program(s)
- Course and program development
- Grant writing
- Student recruitment
- Student advising
- Clinical site coordination
- Completing outcome measurements for graduate students as per the standards set forth by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Benefits
- At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
