Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling

Overview

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

 

Who We Are:

For 140 years, National Louis University has been driven by one core belief: education changes lives. Since our founding, we've stayed grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity, and we've never wavered from the idea that education is the greatest lever for social and economic mobility. We are a student-focused community built on continuous improvement and a genuine commitment to serving those we teach. Through education, we empower change and build stronger, healthier communities. Our hard-working team runs on collaboration and mutual respect, for one another and for every student we serve.

 

What You Will Do:

The College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences at National Louis University is pleased to announce its search for a Full-Time Faculty member with expertise in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling to join our collaborative team of diverse faculty in this robust, growing CACREP-accredited Master of Science in Counseling Program. The program offers advanced graduate training in the fields of Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling and Addictions. School counselors and individuals with a certification in addictions are encouraged to apply.

 

As a part of our dynamic team of Faculty practitioners, the responsibilities for this position include teaching, scholarship, and service. Teaching expectations will cover a variety of courses within our CACREP Core content areas including courses in counseling theory and techniques, assessment and diagnosis, and internship/practicum/supervision, with some specialized courses in School Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Faculty also engage in student advising and mentorship, program-level development and assessment crucial for maintaining CACREP accreditation, and college/university committee work. The successful candidates will exemplify skill in working competently with students and faculty representing a broad range of cultures and identities.

 

Applicants must be Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPC) in the State of Illinois or eligible to obtain their LCPC within 12 months of hire OR Licensed Professional Educators with PEL-School Counseling Endorsement or eligible to obtain the PEL within 12 months of hire. Members of underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is a Full-Time Open Rank (commensurate with experience) 10-Month faculty position and based out of the Wheeling campus.

 

 

Essential Responsibilities

• Bringing your years of real-world experience to engage our students in core counseling courses (both didactic and clinical, including supervision of practicum/internship) for Masters students;
• Maintain active membership and involvement with appropriate professional organizations;
• Advise and mentor students to guide them through the rigors of this work
• Engage in university service and professional/scholarly activities

Qualifications

 

Candidate review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies:

• Earned research or practitioner doctoral degree (PhD or EdD) in Counselor Education & Supervision required (preferably from a CACREP-accredited program);
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois OR Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Counselor endorsement in Illinois. Candidates who hold both PEL and LCPC credentials are especially encouraged to apply;
• Commitment to experientially based education;
• Ability to contribute to and work collaboratively as part of a diverse faculty and with a student body representing a broad range of cultures and identities.
• Knowledge and experience using technology in teaching

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach in two or more of the eight (8) CACREP areas;
• Experience working as a clinical or school counselor;
• Teaching experience in the field of counseling;
• Experience in CACREP re-accreditation process and/or CACREP accredited program administration.

 

About NLU

 

National Louis University (NLU) is looking to honor its past while defining a bold new future as a contemporary, comprehensive university that prepares diverse students for sustained professional success with a deep commitment to Access, Excellence, Innovation and Equity. We are a pioneering community that uses innovation to imp