[Counselor_Educ] FW: Tenure Track Position

[Leinbaugh, Tracy]

Tracy Leinbaugh, PhD, NCC, PCC-S
Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Counseling and Higher Education
Ohio University
The Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education and Human Services
205 McCracken Hall
Athens, OH 45701

Phone: 740-593-0846
E-mail: leinbaug at ohio.edu<mailto:leinbaug at ohio.edu>

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Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2011 11:28 AM
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Subject: Tenure Track Position

Mental Health Counseling Program Coordinator - Assistant or Associate Professor - Tenure Track
Department of Counselor Education and School Psychology

Plymouth State University (PSU) is a comprehensive regional university offering a rich, student focused
learning environment with an enrollment of approximately 4,300 undergraduate and
more than 2,000 graduate students. Located in central New Hampshire at the gateway to the
White Mountains and the Lakes Region in the town of Plymouth, PSU is within minutes of ski
resorts, lakes, and parks, and is only a two-hour drive from Boston. In December, 2010,
Plymouth State University was named one of the five best large companies to work for in NH by
Business NH magazine. These rankings take into consideration employee satisfaction, innovative
workplace programs, and benefits.

Plymouth State University invites applications for the position of Mental Health Program Coordinator -Counselor Education and School Psychology. This is a 9-month tenure track position. There is an expectation that the successful candidate will teach on an overload basis during the summer term.  Anticipated start is fall term 2012. Rank will be negotiable at the Assistant or Associate Professor level based upon experience and credentials.

The Mental Health Program Coordinator - Counselor Education and School Psychology is responsible for
providing dynamic, effective, and caring leadership to the CACREP-accredited mental health counseling program. Responsibilities include coordinating and promoting the vision of the mental health counseling program; demonstrating excellent teaching; advising graduate students; and engaging in scholarship and service activities internal and external to the campus.

The Counselor Education Program seeks to prepare professional counselors who are engaged in
the ongoing processes of increased self-awareness and enhanced interpersonal effectiveness. A
commitment to social justice is promoted through an emphasis on honoring and recognizing the
diversity that exists within clients and society and through the development of skills necessary to
implement interventions aimed at transforming individuals and institutions. The Department of
Counselor Education and School Psychology offers Master's, Certificate of Advanced Graduate
Study, and professional certification programs with concentrations in school counseling, mental
health counseling, and school psychology. The Department also offers certificate programs in
organizational and personal wellness, play therapy, and parenting education.

Qualifications:

*         Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision (from a CACREP accredited program preferred) or a related discipline

*         Identification as a Counselor Educator and familiarity with the CACREP standards

*         Eligibility for licensure as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire

*         Expertise in mental health counseling

*         Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

*         Two years of successful graduate level teaching experience

*         Substance abuse expertise

*         Competence in technology and innovative course delivery strategies

*         Involvement in professional counseling organizations

Application:  To receive full consideration for this position, apply online at  https://jobs.usnh.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52028.  Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:


 *   Letter of Application, describing qualifications
 *   Curriculum Vitae
 *   Copies of graduate transcripts
 *   Statements of research interests and teaching philosophy
 *   Three (3) current letters of recommendation

Note:  The copies of graduate transcripts and the three (3) current written letters of recommendation may be sent under separate cover directly to Plymouth State University, Human Resources - MSC #14, 17 High Street, Plymouth, NH 03264 or via e-mail to psu-hrjobs at plymouth.edu<mailto:psu-hrjobs at plymouth.edu>.

Application Deadline:  Review of applications will begin on Friday, September 23, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled or the search is otherwise closed at the University's discretion.

Benefits & Salary: Plymouth State University provides a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefit program.

Background Check:  The finalist for this position will be required to undergo a full background check. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory results.

Plymouth State University is an EEO/AA Employer. We are committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity, equity, and inclusiveness across our campus community and encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission.  Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in U.S.


Gary E. Goodnough, Ph.D., NCC, LCMHC
Professor of Counselor Education
Counselor Education and School Psychology Dept. Chair
College of Graduate Studies MSC 11
Plymouth State University
Plymouth, NH 03264
Phone: (603) 535-2821
Fax: (603) 535-2648
ggoodno at plymouth.edu

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