Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Clinical Counseling - In Person

Point Loma Nazarene University • San Diego, CA

12d • $87,210 - $142,678 • Onsite

About The Position

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship. PLNU is a vibrant Christian liberal arts university with an undergraduate and graduate student body of around 4000, including over 40% students of color. PLNU seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled in teaching, clinical practice, and scholarship. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide quality educational and employment opportunities, PLNU actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented and marginalized groups. JOB DESCRIPTION: The College of Health Sciences is seeking candidates for a full-time, three semester, tenure-track teaching position in Clinical Counseling. The University seeks an individual capable of excellent teaching and committed to significant involvement with students within and outside the classroom. The College of Health Sciences has a strong commitment to quality teaching, a passion for building Christian community with students, a tradition of high-impact academic practices, and experience using our skills for collaborative and interdisciplinary work. The Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling degree is a two year, on-campus/in-person program that leads to both LMFT and LPCC licensure. Our faculty have varied clinical and educational backgrounds and prioritize the personal and professional development of each student we serve. We share in a relational, "high touch" community that invests deeply in our students and trains them to be competent clinicians and thriving, healthy individuals. The course load is 27 units per year (three semesters, including summer) and will include teaching a wide variety of courses in Clinical Counseling, based on faculty expertise and needs of the program. A doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision or Marriage and Family Therapy by August 2026 is preferred, but doctoral candidates and those with an MA/MS with specialized experience are welcome to apply. In addition, candidates should demonstrate a commitment to clinical practice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as ongoing professional development. The initial review of applications will begin in November 2025, with virtual interviews conducted shortly thereafter. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Final candidates will conduct on-campus interviews in early 2026. The anticipated start date is mid-August 2026. Academic rank, compensation levels and eligibility for Tenure track will be based on degrees earned and related experience.

Requirements

• Must be license-eligible as a Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) by the start date
• Evidence of a commitment to excellence in graduate teaching.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective graduate-level teaching.
• Demonstrates potential to draw upon clinical experience to augment classroom teaching.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to modeling attunement to diversity, inclusiveness, and cultural humility in all aspects of teaching, mentorship, scholarship, and service.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.
• In addition, faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant .
• Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and a desire to work in a Christian university.
• Supportive of the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination.
• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
• PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related field preferred; MA/MS with specialized experience and doctoral candidates are welcome to apply.
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching/working with students from diverse backgrounds (e.g. gender, race/ethnicity, religion/spirituality, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and ability). This includes the ability to create a classroom/work environment that fosters respect for diverse perspectives, encourages open dialogue, and promotes equitable opportunities for learning and participation.
• Possess license as Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Active engagement in clinical practice and/or clinical supervision.
• Experience in supervising MFT/PCC practicum students.
• Preferred specialization or experience teaching in the treatment of children and adolescents

Responsibilities

• Teach 27 units of graduate-level clinical counseling courses throughout the year (three semesters, including summer).
• Advise and mentor students academically, spiritually, and professionally.
• Engage in personal scholarship and scholarship with students (where possible).
• Participate in departmental activities and governance.
• Serve on university faculty committees and perform other normal faculty duties
• Off-campus community engagement, including involvement in a Christian religious community.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• competitive retirement matching
• opportunities for university assistance with the cost of housing in Southern California
• faculty chapel
• weekly faculty lunches
• robust wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees