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Develop and teach online graduate courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling while providing advisement to students. Lead clinical experiences, supervise practicum and internship students, and contribute to CACREP accreditation and university service.
Position Title: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Counseling Program
Time Type: Full time
Position Summary: and Qualifications:
The School of Education and Human Development at Saint Joseph’s University (SJU) invites applications for a tenure track faculty member in the Counseling program to begin in Fall 2026. This position is for a 9-month tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership, Counseling, and Social Work. This position may include opportunities for teaching additional courses/overload.
The Educational Leadership and Human Services Department seeks experienced counselor education candidates who have expertise in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC). The counseling program at SJU launched in Fall 2021 and its self-study is currently under review with CACREP. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be influential in the continued design and development of this graduate program. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is strongly interested in building and fostering community connections; active involvement in CACREP accreditation; service to the university, department, and program; and committed to counselor identity and academic quality in the preparation of counselors.
Successful candidates must demonstrate competency with online teaching methods, including best practices in asynchronous and synchronous design and delivery, authentic assessment, and a commitment to continuous pedagogical innovation. Successful candidates will also demonstrate how their research agenda will impact SJU, the community, and other stakeholders.
Priority review will be given to applications received by July 1, 2026.
Candidates should submit a CV, a cover letter, contact information for 3 references, and statement of teaching philosophy (including description of commitment to social justice and advocacy). All materials should be attached to the "Resume/CV and Supporting Materials" field of the application before final submission.
Other duties as assigned
Certification as an approved clinical supervisor (ACS).
Prior teaching experience in counselor education programs, evidence of culturally responsive and inclusive teaching methods. Preference will be given to those with online teaching experience.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills as evidenced by, but not limited to, active participation on academic and/or professional counseling committees/organizations, accreditation processes.
Preference will be given to candidates within the greater Philadelphia region, or who intend to relocate to the Philadelphia area if selected for the position.
The estimated pay range for this position is $72,000-$74,000 per year. The offered rate of pay will be commensurate with work experience and educational background.
Saint Joseph’s University may only consider applicants from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (not including New York City zip codes), and Delaware (Delaware residents for positions with over 50% work time on a SJU campus). If an employee must relocate to meet these conditions, financial assistance may be available but is not guaranteed.
Saint Joseph’s University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about – and to make a positive contribution to – our mission.
Saint Joseph’s University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce.
The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
EOE
Saint Joseph’s University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations.
To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145.
To learn more about the University’s Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University’s response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit www.sju.edu/titleix [https://www.sju.edu/titleix].
Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the U.S.
Department of Education Office for Civil Rights [https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html].
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Requires a PhD from a CACREP accredited program, LPC/LMHC licensure, and NCC certification. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in online pedagogy, a commitment to social justice, and a history of scholarship.
Market context
Pennsylvania counseling programs often seek tenure-track faculty who can teach, advise, and contribute to scholarship, especially in online or hybrid formats. This role is competitive because it requires a CACREP-accredited PhD, LPC/LMHC licensure, NCC certification, online pedagogy experience, and a record of scholarship plus social justice commitment. Review the program’s accreditation fit and prepare examples of teaching, research, and licensure alignment; job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.
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