Clinical Assistant Professor, Counseling

XU01 Xavier University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier University seeks a 9‑month Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling to begin August, 2027. The role focuses on CACREP-accredited MA programs in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with an emphasis on community engagement, experiential learning, and social justice.

A doctorate in counseling or counselor education is required, with 2+ years PK‑12 counseling experience and Ohio licensure eligibility.

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited university (preferred).
• Experience as a clinical counselor or school counselor in PK-12 schools (min. 2 years).
• Knowledge of the ACA Code of Ethics or ASCA model.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Eligibility for licensure in Ohio as a professional clinical or school counselor.
• Commitment to helping counseling students develop culturally responsive counseling skills that demonstrate awareness of diversity and social justice issues relevant to professional school counseling.
• Involvement in professional counseling-related organizations.

Responsibilities

• The teaching expectation is 24 credit hours annually for this non-tenure-track faculty position.
• Advise and mentor students in the MA counseling programs.
• Actively contribute to the continuous development and assessment of the counseling programs.
• Provide service, outreach, engagement, and leadership in the Department, College and University.

Education

Doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education

CACREP-accredited program

Job description

Current Xavier University employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Clinical Assistant Professor, CounselingXavier University is seeking applications for a 9‑month Clinical Assistant Professor (non‑tenure track) position in the Department of Counseling to begin August, 2027. The department has 10 full‑time faculty members and offers a CACREP‑accredited MA in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling characterized by a community engagement, experiential learning and social justice focus. We aim to educate students who are ethical, multiculturally focused, and desiring a transformative learning experience.

Successful candidates for this position must have at least two years of experience working as a clinical counselor or a school counselor in a PK‑12 educational setting and a doctorate in counseling or counselor education. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• The teaching expectation is 24 credit hours annually for this non‑tenure‑track faculty position.
• Advise and mentor students in the MA counseling programs.
• Actively contribute to the continuous development and assessment of the counseling programs.
• Provide service, outreach, engagement, and leadership in the Department, College and University.

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP‑accredited university (preferred).
• Experience as a clinical counselor or school counselor in PK‑12 schools (min. 2 years).
• Knowledge of the ACA Code of Ethics or ASCA model.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Eligibility for licensure in Ohio as a professional clinical or school counselor.
• Commitment to helping counseling students develop culturally responsive counseling skills that demonstrate awareness of diversity and social justice issues relevant to professional school counseling.
• Involvement in professional counseling‑related organizations.

The Department of Counseling is part of the College of Health and Human Sciences. CHHS is a leader in experiential learning: 100% of our undergraduate and graduate programs require hands‑on learning through field placements, internships, research experiences, and clinical opportunities. In the College of Health and Human Sciences, our commitment to exceptional teaching and mentoring drives us. We focus on scholarship and service in a variety of fields that make a direct and meaningful impact on others. We intentionally strive to create a learning experience that supports all students, incorporates a broad range of perspectives, and fosters an environment of belonging.

In alignment with Xavier's Jesuit Catholic mission and Statement of Purpose to "form students who change the world for the better," we are united across our diverse areas by the shared mission of changing human lives for the better. Many of our College programs, including the Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling MA programs are part of Xavier Health, the University's integrated health initiative connecting a broad portfolio of programs and creating opportunities for collaboration across disciplines. Xavier Health offers more than 15 undergraduate and 12 graduate pathways, more than 500 community partnership sites, and connections across disciplines that contribute to health and human well‑being. Xavier Health prepares servant‑leaders through real‑world experiences and Jesuit Catholic formation that puts the whole person at the center of care. Xavier University is part of the 500‑year‑old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, 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 work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

Thank you for your interest in joining our university community. At Xavier University, we are more than an academic institution — we are a mission‑driven community grounded in the Ignatian tradition. Our values of reflection, service, and the pursuit of justice inspire everything we do, from our teaching and research to the way we treat one another. We believe in the power of collaboration, and we cultivate an environment where every voice is valued and diverse perspectives enrich our shared work. Our faculty, staff, and students form a vibrant, inclusive community united by a commitment to excellence, compassion, and a greater good. Whether you're applying for your first role in higher education or bringing years of experience, we invite you to explore how your journey might align with ours. Come be a part of something meaningful.