Assistant Professor, Dept. of Counselor Education

Bridgewater State University

Assistant Professor, Dept. of Counselor Education

Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure Information: Tenure Track

Department Summary:

The Department of Counselor Education at Bridgewater State University (BSU) is excited to invite applications for a full-time, in-person, tenure-track teaching position starting in Fall 2025. Located in Southeastern Massachusetts, just 45-minutes from both Boston, MA, and Providence, RI, BSU offers a vibrant academic community and a supportive environment for professional growth.

The Department is comprised of 4 full-time faculty members and a full-time Director of Fieldwork serving two CACREP programs—Mental Health and School Counseling—as well as a master’s program in Student Affairs. We are committed to fostering diversity and infusing ethics and best practices within our curriculum. Candidates should be adept at leveraging technology for teaching and learning, capable of working collaboratively, and dedicated to public higher education.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

Essential Duties:

Teach graduate counseling courses as a part of a 3:3 teaching load, with the possibility of additional evening courses and summer courses subject to availability

Advise graduate counseling students

Engage in scholarship and service to BSU and the community.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Counselor Education by August 31, 2025
  • Commitment to social justice/equity
  • Evidence of effective teaching experience in a higher education setting
  • Evidence of scholarly activities related to counseling, counselor education, and/or counselor training
  • Membership and commitment in counseling and counselor education related professional organizations

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Doctoral degree from a CACREP accredited program
  • Is license eligible or currently holds an independent license in professional Mental Health Counseling in Massachusetts
  • Evidence of effective clinical supervision experience
  • Expertise and/or experience with diverse populations
  • Work experience as a professional mental health counselor
  • Experience in teaching CACREP core courses including practicum and internship
  • Evidence of effective partnerships within and among community stakeholders and the ability to enhance collaborative relationships with local agencies and/or schools
  • Experience teaching in higher education, including utilizing technology and distance learning
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with CACREP standards

Special Conditions for Eligibility:

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.  Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Posting Number: F00517P
Open Date: 10/18/2024
Close Date: 11/15/2024
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:
  • A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
  • CV
  • Cover Letter
  • Teaching Philosophy and Teaching Evaluations (if applicable)
  • Equity and Inclusion Statement- a personal statement on a candidate’s past efforts to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, and demonstrable experience that would enhance the university’s efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates’ application materials.

To apply, visit https://jobs.bridgew.edu/postings/28636

Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

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