Counseling Department - Temporary Pool

PennWest; California (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

PennWest is looking for a part-time educator to teach graduate counseling students either online or face-to-face at the California campus. The role involves supervising graduate students in counseling practicums and participating in committee work while providing advisement to students.

Ideal candidates should possess an LPC license in Pennsylvania and have extensive counseling experience. A doctoral degree is preferred along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• LPC licensed in Pennsylvania or eligible for licensure.
• Experience in college, clinical rehabilitation, school counseling, or mental health settings.
• Commitment to liberal arts education.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level counseling courses online or in-person.
• Supervise students in practicum or internship.
• Engage in departmental and university-wide committee work.

Skills

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania

Extensive counseling experience

Excellent interpersonal communication

Education

Doctoral degree in counseling or ABD

Job description

Teach online and/or face‑to‑face at the California campus part‑time to graduate students in Counseling.

Supervise graduate students in counseling‑related practicum or internship.

Participate in departmental and university‑wide committee work and provide student advisement.

Maintain a record of scholarly activity and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate‑level counseling courses online or in‑person.
• Supervise students through practicum or internship experiences.
• Engage in departmental and university‑wide committee work.
• Provide student advisement.
• Maintain records of scholarship and other assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania or eligible to be licensed; LPC equivalent acceptable.
• Extensive counseling experience in college, clinical rehabilitation, school counseling, or mental health settings with advanced counseling knowledge and culturally responsive practice.
• Demonstrated commitment to liberal arts education.
• Doctoral degree in counseling preferred; ABD considered.
• Full‑time university teaching experience and evidence of scholarly work preferred.
• Experience in online instruction and working with diverse populations preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication and collegial attitude.

ADA Statement

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EEO Statement

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