Assistant Professor, Master's of Counseling Psychology Program

Felician University•Lodi, NJ

About The Position

Felician University is seeking an academically qualified educator to serve as Assistant Professor in its Master’s of Counseling Psychology Program. The position teaches a range of master’s-level graduate courses, including counseling techniques, group and family counseling, research, practicum, internship, assessment, career and community counseling, ethics, psychopathology, multicultural counseling, and theories of personality. The Assistant Professor liaises with mental health entities to foster collaborations and develop training pipelines for current students and enrollment. The role also actively participates in admissions, recruitment, and marketing efforts. The University emphasizes Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Transformation, Justice and Peace, and Solidarity with People in Need.

Requirements

Earned doctoral degree in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Documented teaching experience in a related discipline at an institution of higher education.
At least 3 years of clinical experience.
Professionalism and the ability to effectively support and engage a diverse student population in accordance with the University’s mission and values.
Ability to build and sustain positive working relationships.
Well-developed problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to identify and maintain confidentiality with sensitivity and empathy.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated organizational and record-keeping skills, attention to detail, and timely and accurate follow-through.
Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, willingness to learn and adapt, and ability to maintain current technology skills.
Willingness and ability to support and promote the Felician Franciscan mission and University values.

Responsibilities

Teach master’s-level graduate courses in the Counseling Psychology Program, including courses in counseling techniques, group and family counseling, research, practicum, internship, assessment, career and community counseling, ethics, psychopathology, multicultural counseling, and theories of personality.
Liaise with mental health entities to foster collaborations and develop training pipelines for current students and enrollment.
Participate in admissions, recruitment, and marketing efforts.
Support and promote Felician University’s Franciscan mission and values.