Visiting Assistant Professor of Counseling (2 positions)
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Counseling
School of Behavioral and Social Sciences
St. Edwards University a nationally ranked independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a fulltime ninemonth position as a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling beginning August 2025. St. Edwards is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission to educate the hearts and minds of a diverse student body that is deeply committed to social justice.
The successful candidate will be a core faculty member supervising and teaching courses in the Masters in Counseling (MAC) program. The MAC program comprises two CACREPaccredited specializations: clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) and marriage couples and family counseling (MCFC). Responsibilities include teaching supervising students and providing some service to the department.
St. Edwards University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial ethnic sexual and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.
For consideration
Required Qualifications are:
- An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in counselor education and supervision from a
- CACREPaccredited program. ABD candidates will be considered but must complete degree requirements by the appointment date (August 18 2025).
- University teaching experience in counseling.
- Licensed or eligible for LPC and/or LMFT in Texas.
- Experience supervising masters level counseling students.
- Ability to teach courses across the CACREP curriculum.
- Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity in academia and social justice supporting the universitys global initiative and strategic priorities.
- Show evidence of sustained professional engagement
Preferred Qualifications are:
- An earned doctoral degree in counselor education from a CACREPaccredited program.
- Licensed as an LPC and/or LMFT in Texas.
- Postdoctoral experience teaching in a CACREPaccredited program.
- Experience with technology and software platforms for facilitating digital clinical records and field management (i.e. Tevera TherapyNotes VALT).
- Bilingual (SpanishEnglish).
- Experience working in a specialized area of clinical mental health counseling and/or marriage couples and family counseling
Essential Responsibilities Include:
- Teach courses in the MAC program
- Supervision at the oncampus training clinic
- Engage in professional development
- Mentor graduate students
- Maintain strong professional counseling identity
- Other duties as assigned
For detailed information please see the job description (Add link).
The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package! An overview of St. Edwards University employee benefits is available at;
Medical & Rx Coverage (HSA & FSA Available) Dental Vision Short Term Disability Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave Retirement Plan Tuition Benefits Paid Holidays and Services & Discounts
HOW TO APPLY
Mission Integration Statement Prompt:
St. Edwards was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks an international perspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural religious educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission the different backgrounds of St. Edwards students faculty and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences life experiences unique capabilities and innovative talent that our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edwards honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation of all people to pursue a more just world.
While serving as a faculty member at St. Edwards University how would your individual differences life experiences and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above Describe how your prior work aligns to the universitys mission.
Applicants should submit materials by 4/1/25 for full consideration; however the position will remain open until filled.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
The School of Behavioral and Social Sciences seeks to accomplish the universitys mission by educating students to understand and think critically about human behavior social institutions world cultures and social justice enabling them to better relate to and serve their community and the world.
ABOUT ST. EDWARDS UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross St. Edwards University is a private Catholic liberal arts institution of 2900 undergraduate and 700 graduate students located in Austin Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edwards community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students for the opportunities and challenges of a 21stcentury world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage the university maintains a strong commitment to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edwards University may be found at .
Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
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ABOUT ST. EDWARDS UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross St. Edwards University is a private Catholic liberal arts institution of 2900 undergraduate and 700 graduate students located in Austin Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edwards community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students for the opportunities and challenges of a 21stcentury world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage the university maintains a strong commitment to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edwards University may be found at .
Commitment to the Holy Cross Mission St. Edwards University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campuswide culture that promotes and ensures equity respect inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race color national origin age gender religion sexual orientation and gender identity socioeconomic background or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community. For more information on our commitment to diversity please visit our website. OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Edwards University as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check is required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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