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Position Summary

Walsh University is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for an innovative, energetic individual interested in joining the Counseling and Human Development (CHD) program as an Assistant or Associate Professor. We seek an enthusiastic, team-oriented, mission-driven counselor educator with a strong commitment to student and program development. The CHD program offers a fully online, CACREP-accredited Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Development with specializations in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. The program is housed within the School of Behavioral and Health Sciences, alongside programs in Exercise Science, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy.

This is a 12-month, full-time faculty position with teaching, advising, scholarship, and service responsibilities. Remote work considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The full-time core faculty member in the Counseling and Human Development (CHD) program will contribute to the academic excellence, student success, and mission of the university by delivering high-quality instruction and supporting program operations in alignment with CACREP standards. We are seeking a colleague who will bring energy, creativity, and collegiality to a team that values fun, mutual support, and excellence in counselor training. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Teach graduate-level courses in counseling, with a focus on content areas aligned with the candidate’s clinical expertise (addictions background and dual licensure a plus)
• Assist in the ongoing review, development, and refinement of curriculum in collaboration with the Program Chair and faculty team
• Utilize engaging, inclusive, and evidence-based instructional strategies in both synchronous and asynchronous learning environments

Student Support and Retention

• Advise and mentor graduate students in both academic and professional development
• Participate in student remediation and retention efforts, focusing on using a developmental, strengths-based, student-centered approach

Scholarship and Service

• Maintain an active scholarly agenda relevant to counseling practice or counselor education.
• Serve on school and/or university-level committees
• Engage in professional development and contribute to the profession through active membership in relevant associations

Collaboration and Program Engagement

• Collaborate with faculty colleagues to support accreditation efforts and program operations.
• Embody a team-oriented mindset with a commitment to collaborative problem-solving and continuous improvement of the program

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by university and program leadership
• Support the mission, values, and Judeo-Christian identity of Walsh University

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Selected candidates must understand and support the Mission, Vision and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University, as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae, and possess the following:

Education:

• PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from a CACREP accredited institution (ABD considered for exceptional candidates, with an expected degree completion date of December 2025 from a CACREP accredited institution).
• Meet CACREP expectations for core faculty
• Eligible for licensure as an LPC and/or school counselor in the state of Ohio
• Addictions / Chemical Dependency experience and credentials a plus

Work Experience:

• Demonstrated experience as a licensed clinical practitioner in community mental health settings or as a licensed school counselor
• Prior teaching experience at the graduate level (especially in a CACREP accredited graduate program) is preferred
• Experience in curriculum/course development preferred
• Experience with online teaching

Skills and abilities:

• Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and commitment to student-centered education and development.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to complex projects in a collaborative manner
• Technical experience navigating and troubleshooting learning management and student information systems, MS Office Suite, etc.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Normal day-to-day functions include sitting, standing, and walking -- between offices and campus buildings.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee, including CV and unofficial transcripts.

• Though preference is for applicants willing to work on campus (in North Canton, OH), consideration will also be given to qualified applicants willing to work and teach remotely.
• Cover letter should address applicant’s understanding of Walsh University as a Catholic university and how applicant might help to bring the institutional mission/vision/values to life in their teaching, scholarship, and service on campus and beyond

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.