Graduate Counseling - Online

Position

The Department of Graduate Counseling at John Brown University (https://www.jbu.edu/grad/counseling/) seeks a full-time faculty member with a strong commitment to online/hybrid graduate teaching and the integration of Christian faith to begin by July 1, 2022. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching graduate courses in counseling. Other responsibilities include academic advising and mentoring students, recruiting for the major, and service on university committees. Participation in professional development and academic presentations is encouraged. This position is considered remote/online and is a key member of the team of faculty and staff serving and equipping our diverse student population.

Program

The Department of Graduate Counseling resides within the College of Education and Social and Behavioral Sciences and offers courses leading to the degree of Master of Science in Counseling. Its mission is to provide Christ-centered counselor training that promotes personal development, academic excellence, and clinical competency. Graduates of this program are eligible to pursue licensure as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) in Arkansas. Central to our counselor preparation is the university’s Community Counseling Clinic where student interns develop clinical skills with actual clients under the supervision of faculty.

Institution

John Brown University's mission is to provide Christ-centered education that prepares people to honor God and serve others by developing their intellectual, spiritual and professional lives. We are a Christ-centered, interdenominational university that leads the nation in integrating faith and learning, fostering holistic spiritual formation, promoting pragmatic liberal arts education, and preparing people to follow Christ’s call to serve others in all areas of life. All faculty members must be in agreement with the Faculty Employment Objectives, Employee Expectations and Articles of Faith.

Required Qualifications

• A Doctorate in Counselor Education & Supervision or related field completed by July 1, 2022. CACREP accredited preferred.
• Licensed (or license eligible) as a counselor or therapist in the State of Arkansas.
• A commitment to teaching online/hybrid graduate counseling courses
• A commitment to the integration of the Christian faith and teaching
• A commitment to working with a diverse population of students
• A desire to equip counselors, through culturally responsive and culturally relevant pedagogy, to serve a diverse set of clients
• Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of continuous learning (e.g., scholarship, certifications, licenses)
• Relevant counselor supervision experience and credentials.
• Experience teaching graduate students and/or relevant professional experience in related fields, particularly in online or hybrid formats
• Demonstrated experience with diverse populations

Salary

A competitive salary exists which will be commensurate with training and/or experience. In addition, JBU offers a comprehensive benefits package including 403(b) retirement plan, medical and dental insurance, tuition remission, leave related to the birth of a child, adoption leave, and moving expenses.

Diversity

JBU desires to increase the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students to honor how all humans are created in the image of God, to reflect better the diversity of the Kingdom of God, to further our Christian commitment to justice, and to increase the quality of our educational experience. JBU is pursuing the goal of teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from ethnic minorities and women. For more information, visit our diversity webpage. 

More Information About JBU

A summary describing the university is available on-line.

Applications

Please upload the following documents to the "Upload Your Documents" page:

• Letter of Interest
• Your CV or Resume
• Faculty application (completed and signed)
• Statement of Christian Commitment - regarding your relationship with Jesus Christ and your Christian Commitment (integration of faith and learning) related to your teaching, scholarship and/or service.
   

The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies.

Contact Information:
Office of Human Resources
John Brown University
2000 West University Street
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
Phone: 479.524.7197
e-mail: jobs@jbu.edu