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Open-rank Faculty, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Employer
Merrimack College
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jul 28, 2022

Job Details

Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful, residential setting — just minutes from Boston, Massachusetts.

Position Overview & Responsibilities
The Department of Psychology at Merrimack College invites applications for an academic year (9-month) tenure-track or tenured rank faculty position in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program beginning Fall 2022. An earned doctorate in Counselor Education, Counseling Psychology or a closely related field is required.

The successful candidates should demonstrate the experience or ability to teach courses in the following content areas: Group Counseling, Diagnosis and Treatment Plan, Ethics & Legal Issues, Counseling Theory, and Counseling Skills & Techniques.

The CMHC courses are taught in the evening after 4:00 pm. As a tenured or tenure-track faculty you will be responsible for providing formal classroom instruction in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program with primary duties being effective delivery of instructional material and course management (e.g., assessments, grading, etc.), advising and mentoring of graduate students, and involvement in programmatic tasks.

Primary Responsibilities
The faculty would teach 12-credit/contact hours (3 courses) per semester during the academic year in addition to advising and mentoring students and completing programmatic tasks. Courses taught during the 6-week Summer I session may be counted within overall teaching load during the academic year.


Qualifications
The candidate should meet the following qualifications: (a) An earned doctorate (Ph.D., Psy.D. or Ed.D.) in Counseling, Counselor Education, Counseling Psychology or a related doctoral degree is required, (b) experience teaching graduate courses, (c) experience in clinical supervision and training, (d) and demonstrated commitment to infusing multicultural content and social justice principles in curriculum and training are highly preferred. It is preferred that the candidate is license eligible or holds licensure as a mental health counselor and/or a psychologist in the state of Massachusetts, in the New England region, or transferrable to the area with a minimum of 3 years of clinical practice experience in the field.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check. Review of candidates will begin upon receipt of applications and position will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Interested applicants should apply via the link at the bottom of this posting and include the following materials:
  • Cover letter

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Official transcripts will be required prior to being hired.

  • Teaching evaluations for graduate courses (if applicable).

  • A brief (1-page) statement addressing each of the following areas: (a) Teaching, (b) Clinical practice experience, and (c) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Advocacy experiences.

  • Contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, email address). Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Merrimack College seeks to nourish and sustain our five core values, which are leadership, community, awareness, scholarship, and service. The College is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups. All candidates are encouraged to describe in their application previous activities or interests in building a culture committed to diversity and inclusive excellence, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that values diversity and inclusive excellence at Merrimack College.

About the Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MCHC) Program
The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program meets the growing demand for mental health counseling in a number of different settings, including outpatient centers, hospitals, colleges, human resource departments, substance abuse treatment centers, non-profits, and government agencies. The CMHC program enables students to fulfill the education and degree requirements to apply for the designation of Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and other geographic locations. Aligned with the mission of Merrimack College, the program emphasizes the development of professionals who are committed to the delivery of quality care to culturally diverse clients and families, using strength-based approaches. The program’s structure demonstrates the commitment to social justice and community engagement. The CMHC program is an evening program wherein currently all classes are taught after 4:00 pm.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. All candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Augustinian mission, our Catholic faith and our values of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Required Vaccinations & Remote Work:
Unless otherwise stated above, this is an on-campus position. This opportunity is not a remote or hybrid position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community. Merrimack College currently has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Students, faculty, and staff are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

About Merrimack College
The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 5,000 undergraduates and graduate students from 32 states and 37 countries, and comprises schools of liberal arts, science and engineering, health sciences, education and social policy, and business. The college’s 260- acre campus is approximately 25 miles north of Boston in North Andover and Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges & Universities/Medium Programs institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, coming in 46th out of 170 schools ranked in the Regional Universities North category in 2020. Merrimack is also listed as one of the top 10 most innovative schools and placed 35th for best undergraduate teaching programs among schools in the U.S. News category.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Merrimack College

One of the fastest-growing educational institutions in the country, Merrimack College is a selective, top-tier college in a beautiful, residential setting — just minutes from Boston, Massachusetts. 

Driven by our Augustinian Catholic mission, Merrimack is where academic excellence meets a community filled with spirit and energy. Together, we believe in pushing boundaries, embracing innovation and making a difference within our communities.

Our academic experience bridges the gap between theory and the real-world for meaningful learning that prepares our students for personal and professional success. Merrimack is where students and faculty come together creating a unique environment where ideas and collaborative endeavors are encouraged, meaningful connections are made and personal growth is a priority.

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