Professor of Social Work (Residential Only)

Houston Baptist University•Houston, TX

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Houston Christian University (HCU) announces a full-time position for Assistant Professor in our Psychology Department in the field of Social Work to begin Spring 2026. The Department of Psychology is part of the College of Education and Behavior Sciences and houses the Bachelor of Social Work degree. As a faculty member, you will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Social Work, including providing mentorship and guidance to students in the internship phase of the degree program. Additionally, you will be expected to participate in service to the university, which includes participation in departmental activities and committees.

Requirements

PhD or DSW in the field of Social Work
LCSW
Professional experience in the field of Social Work
Ability to teach Social Work courses in a manner consistent with the Universitys Christian mission and values as articulated in the Ten Pillars

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

College level teaching experience
Utilize a course syllabus for each course and follow established departmental and institutional guidelines
Provide timely, quality access to students via personal consultation, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
Provide academic advising, mentorship, and supervision to students
Evaluate students by established means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and to inform them in a timely manner of their progress.
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
Contribute to curriculum development and assessment
Stay current with developments in the field of social work
Be a productive scholar and active in service to students, the College, and the community
Submit paperwork and forms in a timely fashion
Perform other duties as needed