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APPOINTMENT: Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Tenure-Track)
DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Department of Counseling and Human Services (DCHS) School of Education, University of Redlands
Months: 9 months (Full-Time)
SALARY RANGE: $77,175-$81,678 (Salary will be determined based on rank)
HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW: BROCHURE
AVAILABLE: August 2026
POSTING DATE: April 9, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled.
Definition of Classification:
The Department of Counseling and Human Services at the University of Redlands invites applications for a tenure-track open rank faculty position in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This is an exciting time of growth and innovation within the program, as we expand our impact across the Inland Empire through workforce development, integrated behavioral health training, and community-engaged initiatives.
About the Program
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program is a high-demand graduate program grounded in:

• Culturally responsive and antiracist pedagogy
• Experiential and supervision-centered training models
• Integrated behavioral health and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Community-engaged learning and workforce development
• Faculty contribute to innovative initiatives including federally funded training programs (e.g., BHWET) and the Inland Empire Mental Health Training and Integration Center (MHTIC), as well as The Practice-an experiential wellness and clinical training facility supporting applied learning and community impact.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as CMHC Program Coordinator, supporting admissions, clinical training coordination, program assessment, and curriculum development
• Teach graduate courses in counseling (e.g., theories, human development, sociocultural counseling, group counseling, and specialized areas such as MFT, school mental health or integrated care)
• Contribute to practicum and supervision-centered training
• Maintain an active scholarly agenda aligned with counselor education, health equity, and/or integrated behavioral health
• Advise and mentor graduate students
• Participate in departmental, school, and university service
• Engage in community partnerships and grant-supported initiatives

Required qualifications:
Education / Training

• Doctorate in Counselor Education or closely related field
• Eligibility for or current licensure (e.g., LPCC, LMFT) in California
• Demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive counseling practice and education
• Evidence of excellence in graduate teaching

Preferred Experience

• Experience in counselor education and/or clinical supervision
• Engagement with integrated behavioral health or interdisciplinary training models
• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Experience with community partnerships and/or grant-funded initiatives

Application Instructions
Applicants should submit:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement
- Research/scholarly agenda
- Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging statement
- Contact information for three references
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.
About the University
The University of Redlands is committed to "welcoming, educating, and empowering a diverse community of learners for lives of meaning, impact, and joy." This position contributes to that mission by preparing counselors to address critical behavioral health needs across diverse communities.
TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed, please call (909) 748-8040. If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact us at (909) 748-8040 to ask for accommodation or an alternative application process.
HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is defined as the Hiring Range. Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT
Human Resources (redlands.edu)
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