The University of Oklahoma is an accredited graduate institution with a mission for social change, dedicated to high academic standards and helping students make a difference in their professions, organizations and communities.

The Department of Human Relations in the College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Oklahoma (OU) invites applications for a Renewable Term Lecturer for its Clinical Mental Health Counseling Online program, beginning Summer 2027.

Our mission for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling online program is to promote excellence in counseling through evidence-based clinical training, democratic values, and advocacy through the provision of clinical services. Of particular interest at the Department of Human Relations are candidates who are committed to making a difference in society through social change. Responsibilities include teaching masters-level counseling courses offered online. Duties will also include advising students in the online program and frequent regional in-person interactions with students and clinical sites.  

The online program aims to reach a wide student population across the nation who are interested in becoming Licensed Professional Counselors through an exclusively online format. The targeted online student population will be seeking a dynamic, rigorous online masters program to improve their careers and livelihoods. 

The CMHC program is currently accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), an independent accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation that accredits counselor preparation master's degree programs. Faculty may be expected to assist with some accreditation activities.
Course Teaching/Availability:
The base teaching load is 4:4:2 (80% teaching 20% service) or equivalent. The current equivalency is a teaching expectation of three (3) courses in the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters (3:3:3). All courses will be taught in the online format through CANVAS. Travel Requirements: Some travel could be required (minimally once per quarter).

The preferred candidate will have experience teaching practicum and internship and contribute to the clinical experience as needed.

Tools/Technical Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Technology Requirements:
Faculty members are required to have an adequate computer to handle an electronic learning platform, keyboard, pointing device, and computer monitor. All other tools are knowledge-based or training-based through the University of Oklahoma. The Faculty Member must be able to use Microsoft Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint), zip software, and Adobe Acrobat and must have reliable Internet access as well as alternate access in cases where primary access becomes unavailable. The use of Canvas will be required. Training is available through the University.
Licensing/Certification:
Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed, possess an earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a country's ministry of education in the discipline being taught, and may be expected to be licensed or license-eligible in order to teach in specific programs. Faculty Members must maintain their licenses and any appropriate certifications to continue to teach at OU. Faculty Members are also expected to stay current with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations. If participating in research, the Faculty Member may publish and acknowledge OU, though there is not an expectation of research with this hire.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Earned doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited program at an accredited institution
• Have related doctoral degrees and have been employed as full-time faculty members in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013
• Doctoral student who will graduate from a CACREP-accredited program no later than May 2027
• Current state licensure as a mental health professional
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching and mentoring master’s level students
• Interest in establishing a community of mental health students
• Ability to provide leadership and support in program assessment
• Ability to assume a significant role in addressing student questions and concerns about the program
• Experience supervising students in their field training experience
• Ability to work with non-traditional students
• Ability to participate in residencies, national faculty meetings, and other work-related travel

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Earned doctorate from a CACREP-accredited program or a seasoned doctoral-level faculty member who was previously certified as a core CMHC faculty member OR Doctoral student in a CACREP program with a graduation date no later than May 2027
2. LPC License
3. Strong interpersonal skills
4. Good written skills
5. Dedication to students’ success and high standards of teaching
6. Evidence of effective teaching skills and online communication
7. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues
8. Teaching online experience at least 3 years – Preferred
9. Member of a counseling organization
10. Ability to participate in required in-person interactions

Required Applicant Documents:

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter Sample
3. Three Letters of Reference with contact information of references
4. Unofficial Academic Transcripts (official transcripts due upon hire)
5. Sample Syllabus

Instruction to Apply:

Consideration of applications will begin immediately.  The position will remain open until filled.  

Applications should be submitted online via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/196736.