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Clinical Assistant Professor

Department of Counseling and Human Services, College of Education

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs) (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

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Salary/Pay Range : $65,000 - $70,000. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location : On-Site

Benefits at a Glance (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/employee-benefits)

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.

• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.

• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.

• Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.

• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.

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Summary

The College of Education (COE) at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=https://www.uccs.edu/experience/about-uccs) invites applications for an in-person, non-tenure track, full-time clinical assistant professor to be the clinical field placement coordinator (1/2 time) and teach in the undergraduate Bachelor of Arts in Human services, and the master's CACREP-accredited Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling programs (1/2 time). The position will be a 9-month position with a 2/2 teaching load, and optional summer teaching. We are seeking applicants who have a strong interest in inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to counseling, counselor education and behavioral health. The position will include maintaining an advising caseload of graduate and undergraduate learners; supervising practicum and internship experiences; and providing service to support the department, college, and university (when relevant).

To learn more about the Department of Counseling and Human Services, click here: COE - Counseling and Human Services (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=https://coe.uccs.edu/academics/counseling-human-services)

UCCS values diversity and invites applicants from rural, military, and underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching, and service missions of the university.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include teaching and field placement coordinator responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate all graduate and undergraduate field placements requiring clinical experiences;

• Work with faculty in building a cohesive consolidated quality assurance system for all counselor preparation and behavioral health pathways. Track program completers, standardize assessment instruments, timelines and processes across the programs, and provide an analysis of findings to stakeholders such as department chairs, deans, campus, Office of Institutional Research, and advisory boards;

• Maintain a database for tracking placements, including fieldwork sites, site supervisors and clinical/P-12 school personnel; ensure diverse experiences, resolve administrative or placement issues with learners and faculty, ensure that candidates meet number of required hours and complete other required aspects of clinical placements;

• Maintain regular contact with supervisors at fieldwork sites (schools and agencies). Ensure and document that site supervisors meet program specific qualifications for their roles, negotiate new field or service-learning sites, coordinate volunteer and pre-field placement opportunities, and sustain and develop new partnerships for professional development outreach;

• Provide orientation, evaluation, and professional development for new and returning site supervisors;

• Work with faculty and staff to ensure relevancy and accuracy in program handbooks on an annual basis, assist with revisions

• Demonstrated experience in field supervision in professional role (beyond teaching);

• Familiarity with leadership, leadership development, and character development topics;

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with others, such as co-teaching and/or team-teaching experiences, shared roles in committee or professional organizations, etc.;

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a culture of inclusion and belonging;

• Accreditation experience;

• Strong organizational skills;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

• Experience using technology to enhance educational accessibility for learners pursuing counseling and human services preparation;

• Demonstrated commitment to campus and local community service.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by 11:59 pm, February 10, 2025

• Potential first round/virtual interview dates: February 17-21, 2025

• Potential final/in-person interview dates: March 3-21, 2025

• Potential start date: Fall semester, 2025 (with potential for earlier start date)

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=hrhelp@uccs.edu) .

Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in counseling, preferably from a CACREP-Accredited Institution is required

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and/or Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in Colorado, independent licensure in another state, and/or are license-eligible in Colorado is required

• Experience in Counseling and/or Counselor Education and the ability to teach foundational concepts of counseling and human services is required

• The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of databases, assessment, and curriculum design / alignment

• The ideal candidate will possess a doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program

Special Instructions to Applicants: When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document, and include your name in each, in order for the search committee members to see your materials clearly. · Applications submitted by 11:59 PM, February 10, 2025, will receive full consideration. · Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (Job # 35843). · Official transcripts will be required upon hire If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=cucareershelp@cu.edu) . Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The successful candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship will not be available for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Unofficial transcript(s), Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. 3. Unofficial transcripts 4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy 5. Diversity Statement - include how you incorporate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility into teaching

Job Category : Faculty

Primary Location : Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40038 - COE - Counseling and Human Ser

Schedule : Full-time

Posting Date : Jan 7, 2025

Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Lori Unruh Posting Contact Email: lunruh@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5914768&targetURL=lunruh@uccs.edu) Position Number: 00460314

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The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.