Job description

West Haven, CT

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

The department of psychology is one of the largest departments at the University, with a large and diverse faculty and student body. Currently, there are approximately 450 undergraduate majors and 200 master’s students. The psychology major consists of concentrations in forensic, clinical, general, and community and society. The graduate programs are in community psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, and clinical mental health counseling. The department also houses the sociology program that has one of the largest minors at the University.

You will:

• Have expertise in Counselor Education & Supervision and teach masters-level counseling courses (e.g., multicultural and diversity issues in counseling, assessment, family therapy, trauma and crisis intervention, practicum, and internship) and undergraduate classes.
• Have earned a doctorate in Counselor Education & Supervision is required (ABD applicants may be considered; however, completion of degree must occur no later than the end of the first academic year of appointment); degrees from CACREP accredited programs are preferred. The successful applicant will be licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Connecticut (or equivalent licensure issued by another state).

You need:

• To be a dynamic instructor and able to teach master’s and undergraduate level courses using online, hybrid, and face-to-face modalities. Experience in advising, mentoring, and providing clinical supervision to graduate counseling students is expected.
• The successful candidate will also be expected to establish/continue a strong and independent program of research. Research specialization is open, however, special consideration will be given to persons trained in rehabilitation counseling or forensic counseling, but this is not required. Other duties include participation in faculty-mentored research and assisting the department in program development, student evaluation, and accreditation activities. A commitment to serving culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities is expected.

What’s In It for You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

Diversity and Inclusion: The University of New Haven is committed to diversity and inclusion in higher education. The University seeks candidates whose teaching, research and/or service has prepared them to contribute diversity and inclusion in our academic community.

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEP OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.

How to apply

Apply online.
All information on candidates will be kept confidential. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Qualified candidates should submit 1) cover letter outlining prior relevant experience 2) current CV 3) a diversity and inclusion statement 4) concise statement of teaching philosophy 5) statement on research philosophy (evidence of teaching experience including course syllabi and student feedback, if available), evidence of scholarship (e.g., selected reprints) 6) three (3) letters of recommendation, and if ABD, please include a letter from your thesis advisor with your expected completion date.