Assistant Counselling Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Details
Instructions to applicants
2 Positions available.
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Job Title
Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counselling
Location
Eagle Pass
Department
Health Studies
Job No.
998887/998886
Posting Date
08/26/2025
End Date
Until Filled
Yes
Appointment Date
09/01/2026
Salary
Commensurate with Education and Experience.
Required
RequiredQualifications
- Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program (or equivalent experience per CACREP grandfathering clause).
- Demonstrated professional counseling identity, including active membership in relevant organizations (e.g., ACA).
- Licensed or license-eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Texas or home state.
- Evidence of effective graduate-level teaching and supervision in counselor education.
Preferred
PreferredQualifications
- CACREP-accreditation or site visit experience.
- Experience teaching and supporting online counseling programs.
- Clinical supervision experience (LPC-S preferred).
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency.
- Experience working with rural and underserved populations.
Primary Responsibilities
Position Type: This is a 9-month- Remote; Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track OR Resident, Tenure Track
Primary Responsibilities
Graduate counseling faculty are responsible for providing high-quality education to students enrolled in the online MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program based at Eagle Pass. Faculty are expected to support program development, student retention, and CACREP accreditation efforts through high-impact teaching, service, and professional engagement.
RolesandResponsibilities
- Teach core and specialty CACREP-aligned graduate courses online.
- Provide individual and group supervision during practicum and internship.
- Maintain current knowledge in counseling theory, ethics, and practice.
- Participate in curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment.
- Mentor graduate students and contribute to student retention initiatives.
- Engage in professional development and scholarly activity.
- Serve on departmental and institutional committees as appropriate.
- Support program compliance with CACREP standards, including accreditation self-study contributions and data collection.
ProfessionalGrowth Activities
- Maintain membership in counseling organizations (e.g., ACA, TCA).
- Pursue continuing education in counselor education and supervision.
- Present at local, state, or national counseling conferences.
- Engage in scholarly research and writing related to counseling practice or education.
ProgramSupportandCommunityEngagement
- Uphold the mission and values of Sul Ross State University and the MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program.
- Foster partnerships with clinical agencies for practicum and internship placements, especially in rural and bilingual service areas.
- Promote access to mental health education in underserved regions.
- Assist with student recruitment and program marketing across Texas.
AdditionalInformation
- This is a non-tenure-track position focused on teaching and supervision if remote. Resident faculty with a terminal degree will be tenure track.
- Reasonable availability to students via virtual office hours, email, and phone is expected.
- Participation in CACREP accreditation and regional licensure alignment is essential.
Any qualifications to be considered in place of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.
Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
This position is security sensitive.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas-Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you've heard is true - there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
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From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
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