Mental Health Counseling Core Faculty emphasizing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy

Functional Title: Mental Health Counseling Core Faculty emphasizing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy
College: J.E. & Eileen Hancock College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Department: Behavioral and Social Sciences
Reports to: Carlos Perez, Ph.D. – Department Chair
Primary Function: Assistant/Associate Professor 
Employee Status: Full-Time, 9-month, Tenure-Track Faculty
Position Begin Date: 8/01/2025
Location: Lubbock Christian University, Lubbock, TX (local position)

Position Summary:

The Graduate Counseling Program in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Lubbock Christian University is now accepting applications for a 9-month full-time Tenure Track Faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank effective August 2025. The selected candidate will be committed to the academic achievement of all students, support faculty and staff, and promote a professional learning environment that celebrates academic success, diversity, and faith. The ideal candidate will have earned a doctorate from a CACREP accredited program or has taught in a Counselor Education program before 2013. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Required Qualifications:

The Clinician Mental Health Counseling core faculty is responsible for:

  • Leading the program faculty in establishing and following operational policies and procedures for the program;
  • Evaluating program curriculum and curriculum delivery, maintaining the highest level of accreditation compliance;
  • Determining and coordinating the interview phase of the admissions process and reviewing pre-interview transfer applicants as necessary.
  • Working with the clinical supervisor to improve the practicum and internship experience as needed;
  • Organizing the administration of the comprehensive exam each semester;
  • Conducting the yearly Southern Accreditation for Colleges and Schools (SACS) assessment for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy emphasis;
  • Responding to all inquiries regarding the overall academic unit; providing or delegating year-round leadership to the operation of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy emphasis;
  • Evaluating the program for CACREP application and future accreditation purposes;
  • Being available to correspond and collaborate with the core and non-core faculty during formal and informal meetings regarding student and curricular issues; and
  • Assisting the Department Chair in maintaining departmental and program budgets by providing input on items such as assessments, technology, and other needed program resources.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to help students, faculty, and staff in a professional manner.
  • Ability to supervise and lead others.
  • Knowledge of spreadsheets.
  • Expertise in statistical analysis.
  • Strong ability to multitask and problem solve.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
  • Conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality is essential.

Education and Experience:

The core faculty must have an earned doctoral degree from a CACREP-accredited program, and must maintain a strong counseling identity, evidenced by:

  • Sustained memberships in professional counseling organizations.
  • Maintenance of Licensed Professional Counselor and/or Licensed Marriage Family Therapist licensure in Texas.
  • Sustained professional development and renewal activities related to counseling.
  • Engagement in professional service and advocacy in counseling.
  • Engage in research and scholarly activities in the field of Counseling.

Teaching Requirements:

Responsibilities and duties expected from full-time faculty members at Lubbock Christian University include teaching 9-12 semester hours of class work in the fall and spring semesters.

Disclaimer: 

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or other management as required. LCU reserves the right to revise or change job duties, required skills or qualifications as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Benefits:

Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits available include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403-B retirement plan with a matching option, and tuition benefits for employees and dependents.

Application:

Interested applicants must complete an application online at lcu.edu/about-lcu/human- resources/apply-for-a-position/. Submit a letter of interest, a current curriculum vita, official transcripts of all university work, and three unique documents detailing the applicant’s: 1) philosophy of the integration of faith and learning, 2) philosophy of teaching, and 3) philosophy of scholarly activity, as email attachments to Dr. Carlos Perez, departmental chair. Three names and contact information for recommendation should be sent directly to Carlos Perez. The search begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled or closed. Application Deadline: open until filled.