Assistant Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Job DetailsJob Location: Marion, VA 24354Position Type: Full Time FacultyEducation Level: Post Graduate DegreeJob Category: EducationAssistant Professor, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Tenure-Track | Remote
 

Emory & Henry University | School of Health Sciences | Department of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Full-time | 12-month appointment | Anticipated start: July 1, 2027
 

Emory & Henry University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This remote faculty position includes limited on-campus responsibilities, including approximately three weeks annually for course intensives, commencement, and activities related to program accreditation.

We seek a faculty member who will contribute to our CACREP-accredited M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, maintain an active scholarly agenda, engage meaningfully with students and colleagues in a virtual environment, and participate in university, professional, and community service.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in an online format, with on-campus intensives.
Advise and mentor master's students.
Provide clinical supervision for practicum and internship students.
Maintain an active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations.
Participate as core faculty in program governance and accreditation activities.
Contribute to department and university service and professional organizations.
Support ongoing curriculum, program, and accreditation development.
Maintain a strong virtual presence with students and colleagues.

Rank, Term, and Start Date

Rank: Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track
Appointment: 12-month contract
Location: Remote with limited on campus requirements
Anticipated Start Date: July 2027

Application Materials

Submit the following through the Emory & Henry University job opportunities portal:

Cover letter addressing the qualifications and interests described above.
Curriculum vitae.
Teaching philosophy statement, including experience and approach to online teaching.
Research agenda statement.
Names and contact information for three professional references.
Unofficial graduate transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

About the Program

Emory & Henry University's CACREP-accredited M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is a 60-credit, 24-month online program preparing students for professional counseling practice and licensure. The program emphasizes humanistic values, evidence-based clinical practice, trauma-informed and culturally responsive counseling, and service to diverse communities. Students complete supervised practicum and internship experiences and prepare for practice across a range of clinical settings.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications

Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program. ABD candidates may apply but must complete the doctorate by the contract start date.
Eligible for or currently licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or equivalent and able to maintain active licensure throughout employment.
Demonstrated excellence or clear potential in graduate-level teaching, including online instruction.
Established research agenda or demonstrated potential for scholarly productivity.
Commitment to working effectively with diverse populations and fostering inclusive learning environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching in an online environment.
Clinical and teaching expertise in counseling children and adolescents.
Leadership or service experience in professional counseling organizations.
Active clinical practice experience; supervision-only experience does not meet this preference.
Commitment to trauma-informed principles and practices in counseling education.