The University of Montevallo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Counseling position specializing in Clinical
Mental Health Counseling. This faculty member will contribute to our CACREP-accredited program by teaching, supervising, conducting
research, and engaging in service to the university and profession.
- Teach graduate-level courses in core CACREP and Clinical
Mental Health Counseling specialization areas. - Provide academic advising to graduate students.
- Supervise graduate student
field placements (practicum/internship). - Maintain an independent research agenda and engage in scholarly activities (e.g., publish
in peer-reviewed journals, deliver professional presentations). - Engage in professional counseling organizations and demonstrate
active professional identity (e.g., ACA, AMHCA, ALCA). - Actively recruit graduate students and contribute to program
growth.. - Serve on university, college, and department committees and contribute to the broader counseling community.
Education and Experience
- Doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited program (or related doctoral
degree with one full-time faculty year before July 1, 2013). - University-level teaching experience in counseling.
- Education
and clinical experience in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. - Active professional engagement, including at least two of the
following: - Professional development in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
- Professional service/advocacy in Clinical Mental
Health Counseling. - Ongoing clinical practice.
- Research/scholarly activity in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
- Professional counseling identity demonstrated through:
- Membership in national and state counseling organizations (e.g.,
ACA, AMHCA, ALCA). - Relevant professional credentials (e.g., LPC, NCC).
Preferred Education and Experience
- Established research agenda in counselor education.
- Experience in securing external funding for academic
research. - Demonstrated leadership in graduate counseling education.
Licenses, Certification or
Registrations
Candidates must hold or be eligible for counseling licensure as an LPC in Alabama within 18 months of hire.
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration
status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa
or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted,
including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.