Advanced Professional & Special Services, School & Professional Counseling - Full-Time, Non-Tenure

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a faculty member for the School Counseling program in Edmond, Oklahoma. The role involves teaching graduate courses, supervising interns, and engaging in scholarly activities while adhering to university policies.

Candidates must possess a doctorate or master's degree in School Counseling or a related field, along with relevant mental health licensure and effective communication skills. The position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in the specified field or Master’s degree.
• Two years of school and mental health counseling experience.
• Mental health licensure degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in School Counseling and Licensed Professional Counseling.
• Supervise interns and practicum students across various settings.
• Engage in scholarly activities and committee participation.

Skills

Teaching and counseling effectiveness

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Skills in team building

Coaching and mentoring

Conflict resolution

Supervision and delegation

Education

Doctorate in School Counseling or related field

Master's degree in School Counseling or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Edmond, OK 73034

Position Type: Faculty

Job Category: OTRS Classified

Position Overview

Teaches, advises, and mentors students; evaluates student performance; maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works collaboratively with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Faculty are expected to support & facilitate the department/school/college academic and university missions, visions, & long-term goals.

Department‑Specific Essential Job Functions

Teaching graduate courses in School Counseling and Licensed Professional Counseling. Supervising interns and practicum students across clinical, school, and mental health settings. Engaging in scholarly activities and serving on department, college, and university committees and related initiatives.

Experience Required

An earned doctorate awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). NOTE: If the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to TT‑Instructor.

A candidate who possesses the following items will be considered for the current position: a Master’s or Doctorate in School Counseling or a related field, ABD, a mental health licensure degree, previous experience in school and mental health counseling, excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Experience Preferred

Preference is given to candidates who hold board licensure and possess experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC‑S).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Candidates must provide evidence of teaching and counseling effectiveness/excellence. Must be willing to teach in various instructional formats (in-person, hybrid, and online) as needed and appropriate. Candidate must have at least two years of school and mental health counseling experience and the ability to maintain ongoing professional credentials. Candidates need to have skills in team building, coaching, mentoring, supervision, conflict resolution, delegation, and problem‑solving. Candidates will also need to be able to comply with the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.