Full-time Counseling Faculty, Eugene - Bushnell University

Description

Position Overview

Department - School of Counseling

Supervisor - Director of Counseling

Benefits - Yes

Status - Full-time, 12-month Instruction, Open Rank

About Bushnell University

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students.

In joining the faculty here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your development as a Christian teacher and scholar, making a difference in the lives of your students and in your discipline.

Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene's vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon.

Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities.

It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

Position Information

Job Summary

The faculty position in Counseling will be a core CMHC faculty member in a dynamic team of Counseling Faculty. The candidate must possess a strong counselor identity and pedagogical skills. Additionally, the candidate must have a high degree of expertise teaching CACREP Accredited Clinical Mental Health Counseling coursework.

Effective interpersonal and communication skills, collaboration with CMHC faculty and staff members (i.e., team player) and the desire to support the mission of Bushnell University are paramount in this position.

Position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity.

Position Duties & Responsibilities


General for all Faculty:

• Maintain a full-time teaching load (or equivalent) as described in the Faculty Handbook and as assigned by your supervisor.
• As a 'teacher-scholar' actively engage with students in collaborative research and learning activities.
• Provide a solid role model of wisdom, faith, and service.
• Maintain and post regular office hours as specified in the Faculty Handbook.
• Attend all regular and special faculty meetings.
• Serve on faculty committees, as assigned by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty within Faculty Handbook guidelines.
• Submit updated course syllabi each semester to the office of the VPAA for each course taught.
• Complete embedded course assessment and/or program assessment activities.
• Facilitate the evaluation of each of your classes each semester and contribute to the evaluation of the curriculum and instruction, ensuring the delivery of quality academic programs.
• Contribute to development of library resources in area of teaching expertise.
• Provide mentorship for students in the program.
• Follow the current Faculty Handbook as it pertains to faculty roles and responsibilities.
• Interact with the Registrar's office in transcript evaluation and recording of student progress, as required.
• Actively participate in marketing of the programs as well as forming partnerships with colleagues and students where appropriate.
• Contribute to the integration of faith and learning by addressing this issue in class and in curriculum standards.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Specific to this Position:

• Assume a lead in one of the department projects (e.g., honor society, national exams, working with state counseling organizations) as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in clinical portfolio advising, and clinical supervision as assigned.
• Participate in the ongoing development and growth of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program including knowledge and/or familiarity with the CACREP accreditation process and products.
• Provide a solid model of ethical leadership while fostering academics and professionalism with students.

Experience and Qualification Requirements

Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program with minimum of 2-5 years prior teaching experience is desirable; must be able to be Core faculty as defined by CACREP.

Holding a current Oregon LPC or LMFT license or ability to be licensed in Oregon is required. Current NCC or NCMHCE. Knowledge of Oregon LPC licensing standards, Oregon law pertaining to clinical mental health counselors and CACREP Standards. Familiarity with curriculum standards and new program development protocols as well as the CACREP accreditation process.

Candidate must be actively engaged in a Christian congregation and able to identify with and support the Bushnell Theological Context for Community statement.

Ability to utilize Windows based software including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience utilizing e-mail for the purposes of organizational communications. Listening skills and the ability to speak and write clearly are essential to the position. Individual must possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Individual must be proficient in online instructional technologies and course design and have the ability to teach well in synchronous and asynchronous formats.

Working Conditions/Special Requirements

• Bushnell employees must have a maturing Christian faith and live in compliance with the duties and expectations as detailed in the Employee Handbook.
• The position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity.
• The position requires working in a non-smoking, drug free environment.
• The employee must adhere to FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality at all times.
• All employees of Bushnell are "mandatory reporters" under Oregon law. See for specific information.
• The employee must have knowledge of strong office management techniques; operations, procedures, specific rules and precedents of the office; research methods and report writing techniques; record-keeping techniques; operation of office machines including computer equipment and specified software; principles of training and providing work direction.
• The position requires a strong ability to communicate effectively and succinctly, both verbally and in writing, utilizing tact, patience and courtesy.
• Listening skills and the ability to speak and write clearly are essential to this position. Must possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• The employee must have high personal motivation, with great attention to detail and accuracy.
• This person must project a positive, vibrant and professional attitude in assisting people.
• This person must have high ethics of honesty and confidentiality, with a genuine and gracious presence pertaining to the students, faculty, staff and business of the department and the University.
• This position may require lifting up to 25 lbs, as well as bending, stooping, kneeling.
• This position description is subject to change at any time.
• This position may require evening and weekend hours.

Application Instructions

For consideration, please complete and submit all five of the following:

• Cover letter addressing skills, experience, and knowledge
• CV/Resume
• Personal Statement of Faith that clearly addresses all three of the sections below:
• Section 1: how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate's personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;
• Section 2: how the candidate integrates faith into his/her academic discipline, both inside and outside the classroom; and
• Section 3: the candidate's understanding of and ability to support Bushnell's Theological Context for Community statement.
• Contact information for three references, preferably including the applicant's pastor or other appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant's faith background.
• Official Transcripts. (Unofficial transcripts can be submitted with the application packet, but official transcripts will be required in the event an applicant is invited to interview with Bushnell.)

Please note:
Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification. Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.

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