About the role

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This role is for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling at Barry University, focusing on teaching, research, and student supervision within Master’s and Doctoral programs. You’ll teach six courses a year, advise students, and participate in academic committees and community engagement.

Good fit

Ideal candidates are those with a Ph.D. from a CACREP-accredited program and teaching experience in counseling. A Florida counseling license and clinical experience are preferred, making this a good fit for someone with a solid academic and practical background in counseling.

Worth noting

The position requires a Level II background screening, which might be a hurdle for some applicants. The role also emphasizes community relations and involvement in the counseling profession, which could appeal to those looking to make an impact beyond academia.

Summary

The Counseling Program holds CACREP accreditation in its Master’s in Counseling with specializations in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling; Clinical Mental Health Counseling; and School Counseling, as well as in its Ph.D. in Counseling. The Ph.D. in Counseling has a Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling specialization.

This nine-month faculty position encompasses responsibilities in teaching, research and scholarship, student clinical supervision, service, and academic advising within the Master’s and Doctoral programs.

A Level II background screening is required for this position. If the candidate has completed a Level II screening within the past five years, the record may be retrieved with the candidate’s written consent.

Essential Functions

Teach 6 courses per academic year in the Master’s and/or the Doctoral Program in Counseling across all specializations and at the Miami Shores campus.
Provide Academic advising to both Master’s and Doctoral level students
Serve as chair, methodology and design, and/or committee member of doctoral dissertations.
Serve in program, school, and university committees.
Be involved in the counseling profession at the local, state, regional, national, and/or international levels
Maintain ongoing research, scholarship, and professional development.
Establish and maintain community relations.
Support the counseling program in other duties as determined by program administrators.

Qualifications/Requirements

The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree from a CACREP-accredited program and have teaching experience in a counseling program.

*Preference will be given to candidates who have:

A Florida license (LMHC or LMFT) or are eligible for licensure.
Certification in school counseling, and
Clinical experience in school counseling, clinical mental health counseling, and/or marriage and family counseling.
Level II screening

Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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Barry University is a private Catholic institution in Miami Shores, Florida, known for its diverse academic offerings and commitment to community service.
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