Statement of the job: The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) seeks a qualified individual to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position within its Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MACP) with an emphasis in the Creative Arts program, commencing Fall 2025. Teaching responsibilities typically encompass twelve (12) credits per semester, which includes teaching on Fridays and Saturdays. This full-time, academic-year appointment entails: + Instruction and Mentorship: Delivering graduate-level coursework across diverse modalities (in-person, online, hybrid) with a strong emphasis on practical skill development. This includes leading courses such as practica, internships, diagnosis and treatment, and other skill-based offerings. + Student Support: Providing comprehensive academic advising and mentorship to graduate students. + Scholarly Engagement: Actively participating in professional development, research, and scholarly activities. + University Service: Contributing to divisional and university committees, engaging in campus and community service initiatives. Learn more about the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Program: The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) offers a unique program that combines a strong clinical foundation with the integration of creative arts into counseling and psychotherapy. Designed for students across Maine and beyond, this program prepares graduates to provide diverse counseling services, especially for individuals for whom traditional talk therapy may not be suitable. Ranked among Maine’s Top Master’s Degree Programs by University Headquarters, this program allows students to explore creative arts at the graduate level while shaping their own approach to clinical counseling. With a focus on theoretical diversity, students are encouraged to develop personalized methods that enrich the counseling process. Additional information about the MACP program can be found here (https://www.umf.maine.edu/grad-studies/m-a-in-counseling-psychology-creative-arts/) . Pay and Benefits: The Assistant Professor position offers a competitive salary of $57,806 per year, along with a significant employer contribution of 10% towards retirement savings. UMF provides a comprehensive benefits package (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PXL99aDtKTzPEWFVAEr2C3bLQHFR52nP/view?usp=sharing) including: + Health and Wellness: Health, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. + Paid Time Off: Generous paid holidays and sick leave. + Education Support: Tuition waiver programs for employees and eligible dependents. Required Qualifications: + Earned doctorate (PsyD or PhD) by position start date + Licensed in the State of Maine as an LCPC, LMFT, and/or Psychologist + Must have clinically practiced as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and/or Psychologist for at least five (5) years, with no more than two (2) years of practice as a conditionally licensed clinician + Ability to work Fridays and Saturdays Preferred Qualifications: + Current practice in a therapeutic or clinical role requiring Maine LCPC licensure + Experience clinically supervising master-level students in the field or supervision of employees + Post-secondary teaching across different modalities such as online and hybrid instruction + Experience working with students in the field or field supervision How to apply: Materials must be submitted via the "Apply Now" below. You will be required to create an applicant profile and application. Additionally, you must upload the following: + Cover Letter: Describe your qualifications with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications + Resume/curriculum vitae + Teaching Statement: A statement describing your teaching experience and philosophy + References: Provide a list of three (3) professional references Important items to know about the recruitment process: + Review of applications will begin on February 17, 2025. + We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. + Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered. + Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. + The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings. 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