University Lecturer - Psychology & Counseling

Description

The Division of Psychology and Counseling at Governors State University in University Park, IL, United States, invites candidates to apply for a Lecturer (Unit B) position in our Counseling program to begin August 2024 and ending August 2025. This is a temporary full-time, (1 to 2 year) teaching position for the Master of Arts in Counseling programs. Additionally, the successful candidate will also have some teaching responsibilities in the Interdisciplinary Leadership (INLD) Doctorate Program. Interested candidates must have 1) passion for training culturally competent professionals in providing mental health services ; 2) potential for effective teaching; and 3) strong communication skills. The essential duties include:

• Teach graduate courses on the University Park campus.
• Supervise students enrolled in practicum and internship courses
• Collaborate with faculty in the counseling and INLD programs

Master of Arts in Counseling Program

The GSU Master of Arts in Counseling program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The Master of Arts in Counseling program offers three sequences, which include Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC); Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling (MCFC); or School Counseling (SC). The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has approved the School Counseling sequence as leading to the Educator License with an endorsement in School Counseling.

Interdisciplinary Leadership (INLD) Doctorate Program

The INLD program prepares advanced leaders to meet real-world problems and issues with sophisticated, multi-dimensional solutions. Our doctorate in education (Ed.D.) is designed for working professionals who are looking to positively impact the communities in which they serve. The program offers three different concentrations: Higher Education Administration, Nonprofit/Social Entrepreneurship, and Superintendent (PK-21).

Governors State University

Governors State University (GSU) was founded in 1969, originally as an upper-division institution with a primary focus of serving community college graduates pursuing baccalaureate degrees. During the five intervening decades, GSU has grown to become the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving approximately 6,000 students annually in 85 different bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs. GSU features a highly diverse faculty and staff of roughly 1,000 employees that reflect the students and community we serve. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students from across the region and around the world. From its mission statement, Governors State University is committed to offering an exceptional and accessible education that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a global society.

Students benefit from the university’s high academic quality, range of convenient class times, increasing hybrid and online offerings, and outstanding educational value. The exceptionally beautiful campus is conveniently located within easy reach by road and rail to Chicago and surrounding communities that have a wealth of cultural and natural attractions. The highly diverse region GSU serves has a number of high performing schools and engaged communities as well as struggling urban, suburban, and rural communities. GSU seeks to serve as a public square, working to foster educational opportunities for all populations.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree or higher in clinical mental health counseling, or marriage, couple, and family counseling
• Two years of experience as a mental health professional
• Ability and related experiences to teach on-campus courses in:
• Counseling and helping relationships
• Professional orientation and ethical practice
• Human growth and development

• Record of experience regarding culturally responsive teaching and leadership, working with diverse populations, and leading for social justice
• Strong communication and technology skills

Supplemental Information

Please attach the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• CV or Resume
• Transcripts

List of Three Professional References with current contact information