Assistant Professor in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Plymouth State University – USA

Summary

Plymouth State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, starting August 2027. The successful candidate will join the Counselor Education and School Psychology (CESP) Programs. Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses, advising students, engaging in university and professional service, and maintaining an active research agenda. The standard workload is 70% teaching, 15% service, and 15% research/scholarship. Applicants must hold a doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution by August 1, 2027, and have professional experience in clinical mental health counseling. The position offers a competitive salary range of $68,000 – $95,000. The priority review deadline for applications is October 9, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Counselor Education and School Psychology CESP Programs – Counselor Education Programs
Position Type	Assistant or Associate Professor
Discipline	Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Research Area	Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Education and Supervision, CACREP, School Counseling, School Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Agencies, Play Therapy, Addictions Treatment, Organizational Leadership
Degree Required	Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution
Experience	Professional experience and expertise in clinical mental health counseling
Salary	$68,000 – $95,000
Contract Duration	9-month tenure-track
Deadline	2026-10-09
Employer Address	Plymouth State University, Plymouth, New Hampshire, USA

About the Project

The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain an active program of research and scholarship consistent with the Boyer Model. This involves contributing to the academic field through scholarly activities, which are allocated 15% of the standard workload. The specific focus or projects are not detailed, but the research should align with the Clinical Mental Health Counseling specialization and the broader goals of the Counselor Education and School Psychology Programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Counselor Education Programs, including CACREP core and Clinical Mental Health Counseling specialization courses.
• Advise, mentor, and support graduate counseling students throughout their academic and professional development.
• Establish and maintain an active program of research and scholarship consistent with the Boyer Model.
• Participate in university, professional, and community service activities.
• Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with counselors, clinical mental health agencies, and other community partners throughout New Hampshire.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Incorporate evidence-informed practices, critical thinking, and real-world professional applications into teaching and student learning.
• Support innovative experiential and interdisciplinary approaches to counselor education.
• Contribute to a learning environment that promotes personal growth, wellness, ethical practice, advocacy, and respect for individual and cultural differences.

Required Skills

• Professional experience and expertise in clinical mental health counseling
• NCC eligibility
• Eligibility for clinical mental health counseling licensure
• Ability to teach graduate courses
• Ability to advise and mentor students
• Ability to engage in university and professional service
• Ability to develop and maintain an active research and scholarship agenda
• Strong critical-thinking skills
• Commitment to lifelong growth
• Ability to integrate evidence-informed and data-driven decision making with real-world professional and ethical applications
• Ability to foster personal growth and a wellness-oriented mindset

Who Should Apply

This position is suitable for individuals holding a doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution, with professional experience in clinical mental health counseling. Candidates should be committed to preparing ethical, reflective, and skilled helping professionals, and be able to teach graduate courses, advise students, engage in service, and maintain an active research agenda. Eligibility for NCC and clinical mental health counseling licensure is also required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Summer teaching overload optional

About the Employer

Plymouth State University is a residential, comprehensive university located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire. It serves approximately 4300 undergraduate and over 2000 graduate students. The university offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral programs and contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country, Lakes Region, New Hampshire, and beyond. PSU is transforming its campus to be holistically organized around integrated clusters, aiming for a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and innovative learning environment. It has earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness. The Counselor Education and School Psychology (CESP) Programs prepare future helping professionals, emphasizing evidence-informed practice, wellness, advocacy, and culturally responsive practice. Both the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs are CACREP-accredited.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline for this position?

The priority review deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday, October 9, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the search is otherwise closed.

When does the position start?

The offer starting date for this position is August 2027.

What is the required degree for this position?

Applicants must have a Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution, conferred by August 1, 2027.

What is the salary range for this position?

The compensation pay range is $68,000 – $95,000 for the academic year, paid over 20 periods.

What is the standard workload distribution for this role?

The standard workload is 70% teaching, 15% service, and 15% research and scholarship.

Are the Counselor Education Programs at Plymouth State University accredited?

Yes, both the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs are CACREP-accredited.