"Chair of Mental Health Counseling"

Job Details

Chair of Mental Health Counseling

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Chair of Mental Health Counseling at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

Department

Mental Health Counseling

Hours

N/A

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The School of Mental Health Counseling at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor to serve as Chair beginning August 1, 2026. Position purpose: The Chair of the School of Mental Health Counseling is responsible for all aspects of the program, including but not limited to accreditation, workload, course offerings, student progression, faculty recruitment and development, and managing personnel.

Job functions:

• The chair is responsible for the governance and office manage for the School. This includes strategic planning, aligning with University mission/vision, faculty and staff recruitment, development, workload assignment, and evaluation. Establishing community partnerships for advancing strategic priorities including but not limited external funding. Develop and implement a series strategic fund raising initiatives to support the School and College.
• Curriculum and Program development. The chair is responsible for leading the School in curriculum and program development, assessment and revision as appropriate.
• The Chair is responsible for recruitment, progression, retention and graduation for the students in the program. Collaborate with the AD for Student Success and Formation, Admissions, Registrar and other entities on campus.
• The Chair is responsible for maintaining full accreditation of the programs. This include communication with the accrediting body, timely submission of all required accreditation documents, responding to any requests from the accreditation body, maintaining all needed records for continued compliance The Chair will work closely with the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Accreditation. Along with this, the Chair is responsible for addressing any Licensing Board issues so that our graduates can be successful in obtaining licensing.
• The Chair is responsible for proposing the annual budget for the School. This individual is responsible for administering the School's budget in a fiscally responsibly way that aligns with the School, College, and University strategic priorities. Is also responsible for managing any facilities and equipment associated with the School.
• The Chair is responsible for creating clear lines of communication between the Dean's office and the Program as well as with in the program. This includes verbal, electronic, social media, newsletter, reports, etc.
• The Chair will teach in the program based on professional expertise and needs of the program.

The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program. For additional information about the position and to complete the online application, candidates are directed to https://jobs.belmont.edu. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, and Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to complete the online application.

During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vita/Resume and prepare a one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy.

Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching (U.S. News & World Report). As a Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop diverse leaders of purpose, character and wisdom who possess a transformational mindset and are eager and equipped to make the world a better place. With more than 119 areas of undergraduate study, 60 master’s programs and nine doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. For more information, visit http://www.belmont.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Required Qualifications:

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

• Knowledge of and experience with of CACREP accreditation
• Demonstrate leadership and communication skills appropriate for a Chair
• Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
• Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
• Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required Education Doctoral degree in an area that meets the CACREP standards. Licensed in the State of TN or eligible for licensure

Required Experience 7-9 year of teaching experience in a Mental Health Counseling Academic Program. Experience with CACREP Accreditation

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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