Assistant Professor - Mental Health Counseling

01 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mental Health Counseling at the Philadelphia Campus. This 12-month position begins immediately and is not remote.

Key duties include teaching eight courses annually, mentoring students, supervising field experiences, and supporting CACREP accreditation efforts. The candidate should hold a Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision and be PA licensed or eligible.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in CES from a CACREP-accredited program.
• PA licensure or license eligible.
• Minimum two years of graduate-level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and collaboration.
• Active involvement in state or national counseling associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach eight courses per year, in core and in-person formats.
• Mentor and advise students, including scholarly activities and presentations.
• Support CACREP self-study and accreditation processes.
• Participate in program, departmental, and college service.
• Engage in recruitment, admissions interviews, and decisions.

Skills

Collaborative working style

Interpersonal skills

Inclusion and equity

Oral and written communication

Teaching diverse learners

Mentoring students

Program development

Education

Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision

CACREP accreditation background

PA licensure or eligible

Graduate teaching experience (2+ years)

Scholarly activity plan

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Mental Health Counseling Department: Counseling (Melissa Terlecki | Missy Terlecki (Inherited)) FLSA: United States of America (Exempt) Location: Philadelphia Campus

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Master of Science Program in Mental Health Counseling in the School of Professional and Applied Psychology (SPAP) at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is seeking applicants for a full-time (12-month) tenure-track position, to begin immediately. This position is already funded. This is NOT a remote position. This is an assistant professor rank position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching 8 courses a year, many within the core curriculum and many in-person (there are opportunities to teach a class or two in a virtual manner)
• Mentoring and advising students including scholarly activities and presentations
• Engagement in remediation meetings and development plans for students (SPEC)
• Providing clinical supervision through field experience courses
• Participating in the administration of the mental health counseling program
• Engaging in recruitment activities, admissions interviews and decisions
• Scholarly activity in areas of specialty
• Reviewing STEPPS (standardized patient) encounters
• Participating in the CACREP self-study and accreditation process, as well as assuring MS program is in full compliance with CACREP standards
• Participating in program, departmental, and college service such as but not limited to college committees, club sponsorships, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment and mentoring of new and part‑time faculty
• Developing a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning including course competency expectations and student learning outcome measures
• Engagement in national or local counseling associations
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Counseling and/or the Dean of the School of Professional and Applied and Psychology

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to form a positive collaborative, supportive and effective working relationship with peers and administration is essential
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and collaborative skills; someone who actively contributes and listens to their coworkers, respects ideas and aims to improve the program - essential
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members. Supports and enhances a sense of belonging and success of students from traditionally marginalized populations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge about the needs of diverse learners
• Desire to teach courses in a program that values the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach as well as integrated care/interprofessional education
• Strong commitment to mentoring students
• Ability to assist program leadership to maintain CACREP accreditation standards and pursue alternate teaching modalities (online/hybrid)

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral Degree in Counselor Education and Supervision (CES) from a CACREP accredited University
• Counseling experience in mental health and/or behavioral health settings
• PA Licensure or license eligible
• At least two years teaching experience at the graduate level; can include doctoral field work
• A planned program of scholarly activity
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, teamwork, and collaborative skills
• Experience in clinical supervision of students
• Preferred Qualifications: Active in state or national counseling associations (e.g., ACA, PCA)
• Potential to secure grant funding

Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience, education, and the responsibilities of the role. The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices.

At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, you will be part of a community of caring, professional and committed individuals who focus on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students. Our dedication to academic and institutional excellence drives everything we do. As a PCOM employee at our Philadelphia, PA Suwanee, GA or Moultrie, GA locations, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued success and improvement of the College. At PCOM, you can become part of our rich heritage, enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package, and take advantage of opportunities for professional and personal growth. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is an equal opportunity employer.

PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices.

PCOM provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with ADA qualifying disabilities who need assistance in completing the online application and/or the hiring process due to their diagnosed disability. Please email the PCOM Equal Opportunity and Access Manager (Title IX Coordinator) at [e-mail] or call 215-871-6528 to begin the disability accommodation process. Reasonable accommodation requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.