Clinical Professor Assistant/Associate

OSU-Cascades is seeking candidates for up to two fixed-term Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor faculty positions in our CACREP accredited Master of Counseling Program in Bend, Oregon.

Appointment at the Assistant Professor (Clinical) rank is anticipated; however, appointment at a promoted rank may be considered depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.

The position(s) focuses primarily on teaching core courses in school counseling and/or clinical mental health and for supervising practica and internships in school and/or clinical mental health settings in a CACREP-accredited Master of Counseling program at OSU Cascades in Bend, Oregon.

A strong commitment to the preparation of entry-level masters students is desirable.

Our program prepares graduates to deliver professional counseling services in a clinical mental health or school setting and is distinguished by a cohort model where students form strong bonds and progress together in the development of theory, practice, and personal growth.

As a small, branch campus of Oregon State University, OSU-Cascades offers the benefits of a small campus with the resources of a large state institution.

The Master's in Counseling is a program of Oregon State University's College of Education at the Cascades campus and is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a jobOregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers.

We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on.

We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard.

We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Key Responsibilities

Teach, train, advise, and supervise counseling students in instructional lectures, in online laboratories and seminars

Develop and create innovative curriculum

Engage in program review and revision, accreditation compliance, and assessment of curricula30% Clinical Practice

Participate in the instruction and supervision of practicum/internship practice, including primary management of select cases, practical instruction in assessment, diagnosis and treatment, including prevention, care coordination, crisis response, and risk assessment.

Provide clinical mentorship of school, clinical mental health counseling students, and counselor education doctoral students.

Timely communication with students regarding their clients and site supervisors, as well as any ancillary providers, and maintain the highest standards of professional conduct.10% Service

Participate in activities that support, enhance, or extend the work and missions of the academic unit, college and/or university.

Serve on committees and participate in activities in service of the program and larger issues.

Interact with others in a collegial and professional manner.

Participate in activities that support, enhance, or improve the profession, whether defined as one's discipline or teaching.

Service to the profession includes, but is not limited to, offices held and committee assignments performed for professional associations and learned societies.10% Scholarly Activity

Counselor educators are expected to expand knowledge in their field.

Scholarship and creative activity are understood to be intellectual work whose significance is validated by peers and which is communicated.

More specifically, such work is based upon a high level of professional expertise; must be original, must be documented and validated through the peer review process or critique; and must be communicated in appropriate ways so as to have an impact on or significance beyond the Oregon State University community and for the discipline itself.

Scholarly activity can be demonstrated by:

• Publication in peer reviewed journals, publications encompassing description and evaluation of novel client care services, presenting original material to peer groups and professional venues;
• Program development and innovation, outcomes of innovative programs and/or services, definitive therapy reviews, or case reports;
• Authorship of professional practice guidelines, textbooks, book chapters, monographs, or other educational materials and advising government agencies, industry, or professional groups.

What You Will Need

Earned doctoral Degree in Counselor Education, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program, or have related doctoral degrees and have been employed as full-time faculty members in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013.

Doctoral degree must be earned by start date.

Evidence of counseling professional identity

Evidence of effective university teaching experience

Experience of counseling supervision.

Demonstrated leadership experience, as evidenced by relevant professional activities, initiatives, or accomplishments.

Licensed or license eligible in Oregon (e.g., Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed School Counselor)

Demonstrated commitment to advancing access, equity, and social justice, through teaching, research, and/or service.

Effectiveness in written and oral communication

Commitment to collegiality

A demonstrated commitment to growth as an educator and supervisor

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard:

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Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

One year of experience teaching and/or supervising in a counselor education program

Experience in counselor education program leadership (e.g., program chair, coordinator, CACREP liaison, internship coordinator, etc.)

Experience with practica and/or internship supervision of clinical and school counseling students

Experience directing a counseling center and/or student clinical training program.