Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling 997996

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We are committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seek out multiple perspectives.

The Department of Counseling at Xavier University, within the College of Professional Sciences, is seeking applications for two full-time, tenure-track faculty members.  The department will have 8 full-time faculty members and offers a CACREP-accredited MA in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling characterized by a community engagement and social justice focus.  Both positions will have responsibility for teaching school and clinical mental health counseling students.  Positions begin January 1, 2025 and August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching graduate level counseling classes
• Engaging in scholarship that contributes to the counseling profession
• Participating in professional, department, college, and university service activities
• Collaborating with colleagues on program development, reaccreditation, and credentialing activities
• Advising students in school and clinical mental health counseling programs
• Participating in screening and interviewing of prospective students
• Assisting with development and coordination of new programs

 Qualifications: 

• A practitioner/scholar who shares our vision for training highly competent and effective professional counselors  
• A doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program by start of appointment
• Significant experience as a school and/or clinical counselor
• Evidence of a counselor educator identity and commitment to school or clinical mental health-based scholarship, teaching, and service
• Licensed or license eligible as a school and/or clinical counselor in the state of Ohio
• Experience and competence in teaching, scholarship, and clinical supervision of graduate students
• Evidence of a strong commitment to social justice, advocacy, and multicultural counseling.  
• Evidence of a commitment to professional and university service.

To be considered for the associate professor rank, candidates should have a minimum of five years teaching experience at an accredited college or university and clearly defined record of scholarship and publication.

The Xavier University Department of Counseling strives to develop a deep understanding of and respect for diversity among students and colleagues. Therefore, we encourage applications from individuals who may help us achieve this goal.  Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To ensure consideration, applicants are asked to submit the following through Xavier University’s website:

• Cover letter describing how your professional qualifications relate to the position  
• How you could contribute to enhancing students' understanding of diversity and social justice
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial copies of transcripts from master's and doctoral degree programs
• Names, addresses (including titles and institutions), telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references
• Supporting materials relevant to your teaching such as course evaluations.

Please note: Only 5 attachments can be uploaded during the application process online, consolidate documents as necessary.

Review of applications will begin November 19, 2024.  Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.

Contact Dr. Brent Richardson at richardb@xavier.edu for more information about the position(s).

Benefits
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.