The Morgridge College of Education (MCE) at the University of Denver (DU) invites applications in the Department of Counseling Psychology for a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor and Training Director of our MPCAC-accredited Clinical Mental Health Counseling masters program, (12-month appointment, 3-year term, renewable) to begin Fall 2025.

Department Summary

Located in the city of Denver, DU is the oldest and largest independent university in the Rocky Mountain Region with high research activity and enrolls approximately 11,500 students in its undergraduate, graduate, and professional preparation programs. Census data show that Denver’s population includes 11.1% Black or African American, 31.7% Hispanic or Latinx, 2.8% Asian American, and approximately 1% Native American residents. The University of Denver is strongly committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment, which is in full accord with the value that DU places on Inclusive Excellence. Accordingly, the Department of Counseling Psychology is strongly committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment.  Candidates must demonstrate ability to integrate content and issues relating to, and to work effectively with, ethnically/racially diverse populations. The Chancellor’s diversity statement can be viewed here: https://www.du.edu/about/diversity.    

The Department of Counseling Psychology’s philosophy and mission are aligned with the MCE vision to train psychologists and counselors who employ evidence based practices that are multiculturally oriented and effective. We also seek to promote social equity through inclusive excellence practices in our teaching and research. Our programs prepare ethical, collaborative practitioners committed to promoting social justice and equity who can apply counseling principles to promote mental health and development with diverse clients.

There are three degree programs in the CP department: (a) PhD in Counseling Psychology, which is accredited by the American Psychological Association, (b) the Clinical Mental Health Concentration of the Counseling Psychology MA program, which is accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council, and (c) the School Counseling MA Program (on-line), which is accredited through CACREP. Our program has faculty who are distinguished scholars in multiculturalism/health disparities, psychotherapy process and outcomes, romantic relationships, forensic, vocational/career development, and health psychology. 

The University of Denver recognizes that its success in being a great university dedicated to the public good depends greatly on how well it engages, supports, and champions the values of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice. As part of our intentionality in recruiting and retaining faculty from a wide variety of historically excluded intersecting identities, including those from communities of color, with diverse gender and sexual identities, first-generation college graduates, or with disabilities, new faculty will have the opportunity to choose to participate in a University-wide initiative. This initiative will connect new colleagues in a cohort, building community across units with supportive programming led by the Office of the Vice Provost of Faculty Affairs in collaboration with the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and each faculty participant’s academic unit. To learn more about the University of Denver’s commitments and work in support of DEI and J, please visit: https://www.du.edu/equity . For more information about this program or if you have any questions, please email inclusion@du.edua and/or visit https://duvpfa.du.edu/faculty-resources/prospective-faculty/. 

Position Summary

We seek candidates with a proven record of excellence in teaching, supervision, and clinical work. We are primarily interested in candidates with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching, research, and service. The ideal candidate demonstrates experience and versatility in inclusive pedagogy.

The specific area of teaching/research expertise within counseling and psychology is open. Specific responsibilities include: (a) supporting the administration of the counseling psychology Clinical Mental Health Masters (CMHC) program (b) teaching masters and doctoral courses in counseling psychology, (b) advising masters and doctoral students, and (d) serving on department, college, university, and national/international committees.

The CMHC program is accredited by Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC). The CHMC TD is responsible for understanding and maintaining accreditation (e.g., accreditation reports, review alignment of program curriculum to standards). The CHMC TD also provides training and guidance to MA students for key competencies and milestones in the program (e.g., comprehensive exams, navigating practicum and internship concerns, licensure, and other related trainings).

Essential Functions

The Faculty member will:

• Perform administrative duties associated with the counseling psychology masters program:
• Ensure program training aligns with MPCAC accreditation and Colorado state licensure standards
• Take lead role in reaccreditation efforts
• Co-coordinate practicum and internship training
• Teach courses based on expertise and departmental needs
• Engage in some scholarship/research activities
• Advise masters and doctoral students
• Engage in meaningful service/outreach within the University and to the public good
• Participate in faculty governance through department, college, and university committees

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Candidates should have the knowledge and skills to perform administrative functions and to engage students in and outside of courses. They should be motivated to advance their research, teaching, and mentoring efforts to meet the demands of a diversifying mental health field.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate their commitment diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work. Additionally, candidates should be able to work effectively with colleagues, staff, and students.

Required Qualifications

• Applicants should have an earned doctorate (by start of the appointment) in counseling, clinical psychology or a closely related field
• Demonstration of teaching experience

Working Environment

• Standard office environment.
• Unexpected interruptions often occur, and stress level is moderate to high.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Salary Grade

The salary grade for this position is UC.

Salary Range

The salary rate for this position is $84,460.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit, and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) January 9, 2025.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.