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Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, Clinical Title Series
University of Kentucky


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Date Posted Jan. 10, 2025
Title Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, Clinical Title Series
University University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY, United States
Department 8G070:Early Childhood, Spec Ed & Counselor Ed
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date August 2025
 
 
  • Assistant Professor
  • Rehabilitation Counseling/Psychology
    Counseling/Human Services
 
 
The Counselor Education Program in the Department of Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education (EDSCE) in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications for an assistant professor position in Counselor Education, clinical title series. This position is not tenure eligible. The appointment is a nine-month appointment, effective August 16, 2025.

The Counselor Education Program is a program with specialties in Rehabilitation Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling for distance learning at the master’s level, Counselor Education and Supervision at the doctoral level, and Interdisciplinary Disability Studies at the undergraduate level. The Counselor Education graduate programs are CACREP-accredited. Faculty provide exceptional education and training to all our students and affirm professional identities. Clinical title faculty members within the EDSCE department are highly valued, significantly contribute to teaching and training within the program, and serve in important leadership roles within the department.

The individual chosen for this position must meet the following minimum criteria:
  • An earned doctoral degree from a CACREP-accredited Counselor Education or Rehabilitation Counseling program by start date.
  • Certified rehabilitation counselor, or demonstrate eligibility, prior to start date.
  • CRC and Kentucky LPCC eligible in Kentucky by start date.
  • Experience in (or show potential for) teaching core CACREP and specialized courses in the Rehabilitation Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s programs and the Interdisciplinary Disability Studies undergraduate program.
  • A willingness to teach, supervise, and mentor Counselor Education and Supervision doctoral students.
  • Clinical and/or supervision experience in counseling.
  • Experience working with diverse populations.
  • Experience in use of instructional technology.

Responsibilities include the following: Perform teaching duties as a clinical assistant professor; conduct clinical supervision if needed; provide service to the Counselor Education program; the Department of Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education (EDSCE); the College of Education; and the University of Kentucky. The individual is expected to teach four courses each semester and advise students across the master’s programs. Additional responsibilities may include participating in curriculum assessment and development, contributing to program administration, and providing service to community and professional organizations.

The Rehabilitation Counseling program is ranked in the top ten programs in the country by U.S. News and World Report. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are eligible for a generous benefits package as a University of Kentucky faculty member with diverse rewards, focusing on your total well-being. Additional information and updates to benefits can be found at: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits

Interested applicants should include:
  • a letter of application detailing qualifications -- upload under Cover Letter;
  • current curriculum vita -- upload under Curriculum Vita;
  • one sample of professional writing -- upload for Writing Sample;
  • statement on philosophy of teaching -- upload for Specific Request 1;
  • evaluations of any college teaching -- upload for Specific Request 2;
  • names and contact information for three current references familiar with the applicant’s work -- upload under References.
    References will be contacted to upload letters of recommendation.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Counselor Education Search Committee Co-Chairs Dr. Debra Harley (debra.harley@uky.edu) or Dr. Keith B. Wilson (keithbwilson@uky.edu).

Review of applications begins October 23, 2024.

 
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