Overview
The School of Counseling at Divine Mercy University (DMU) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. This position will involve teaching assigned coursework, student advising, participation in on-campus residencies, as well as potential administrative duties.
Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, DMU views the development of faculty and student diversity as a means to building an authentic human community where every person has the opportunity to flourish. We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and, perspectives promote intellectual rigor and enable us to achieve excellence in our pursuit of unity, truth, goodness, and beauty. This commitment makes our university a better place for all to work, learn, and flourish.
Applicants must have the following minimal qualifications: a doctoral degree in Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited institution; Experience teaching at the graduate level, evidence of recent relevant work in the field, including teaching, clinical practice, research, or publications; and current licensure or license eligibility in the state of residence.
Preference will be given to candidates who (1) are graduates of a CACREP-accredited program, (2) have teaching experience at the graduate level, and (3) demonstrate a commitment to professional identity. Applicants without a significant academic track record, but with demonstrated strengths in clinical training, supervision, and teaching, will be given serious consideration. The rank of appointment and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
Committed to the teaching of Vatican Council II that every type of discrimination, whether social or cultural, whether based on sex, race, color, social condition, language or religion, is to be overcome and eradicated as contrary to God’s intent (Gaudium et Spes, 29), DMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively committed to increasing diversity within its community. DMU encourages applications from persons of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
Based on the Catholic identity and mission of Divine Mercy University, we only employ persons who demonstrate openness and respect for the Roman Catholic Church and its institutions and who have a sincere interest in advancing DMU’s mission within the Church. For positions in which membership in the Roman Catholic Church is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary for the normal operation of DMU, such as teaching philosophy and theology or key leadership positions, DMU reserves the right to employ only persons who are practicing members of the Roman Catholic Church as determined solely by the decision of DMU.
Applicants must have the following minimal qualifications:
A doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution;
Be Licensed or License-eligible in the state of residence
Possess advanced clinical, supervision, and teaching skills
Demonstrate a commitment to counseling professional identity and development
Exemplify a commitment to diverse worldviews and faiths while upholding the Catholic-Christian vision of the person.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach 6 graduate-level courses per year (8-week terms)
Participate in on-campus Residencies as needed (up to 3 times per year)
Academic advising and mentoring of students
Service in departmental and university committees
Active commitment to the counseling profession
To be considered, the following is required:
Current curriculum vitae.
Cover letter of interest that addresses the applicant’s compatibility with teaching and supervising in accord with the DMU mission.
A list of references from three higher education professionals.
Official transcripts for all post-secondary education (unofficial transcripts should be submitted through the applicant portal and official transcripts requested and mailed to Divine Mercy University, Attention: SOC Faculty Recruitment, 45154 Underwood Lane, Sterling, VA 20166; or email to cmhc@divinemercy.edu )
Applicants’ applications should be submitted through Paylocity using the link below. A review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
To apply please use the following link: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Apply/1777343
Notes for International Applicants:
Applicants whose primary language is other than English must provide proficiency in both written and spoken English appropriate for masters-level teaching in the United States of America.
Applicants holding degrees earned at an institution outside the United States of America must demonstrate post-secondary education that is equivalent to a U.S. doctoral degree in counseling supervision. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all official transcripts submitted from each university translated into English.
About Divine Mercy University
Divine Mercy University (DMU) is a Catholic graduate school of psychology and counseling, founded in 1999 as the Institute for the Psychological Sciences. The University is dedicated to the scientific study of psychology with a Catholic understanding of the person, marriage and the family. The University offers a Doctoral (Psy.D.) degree in Clinical Psychology, a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Psychology, Doctorate (Ph.D.) In Counselor Education Supervision and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Counseling.
The Divine Mercy University is governed by its Board of Directors, which has complete and final governing authority over the University. The Board consists of the Bishop Emeritus of Arlington, Virginia, seven lay Catholic leaders and three members of the Legionaries of Christ. The Legion sponsors the University by providing a President and a Chaplain and helping to maintain the Catholic identity of the institution.