Assistant Professor of Ánimo Latinx Counseling - Tenure Track Position in Counselor Education

Join Our Mission to Foster Inclusive Excellence in Counselor Education

California State University, Fullerton, a minority-serving institution, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in our Ánimo Latinx Counseling Emphasis within the Department of Counseling. As a premier counselor education program in Southern California, we are committed to providing an engaging learning environment with a social justice emphasis for our diverse student body. We seek dedicated faculty who share our passion for advancing multicultural perspectives and promoting inclusive excellence.

About the Department and Ánimo Latinx Counseling Emphasis

The Department of Counseling at CSUF is a CACREP-accredited program that prepares graduate students to seek the Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) credentials in California. Our Ánimo Latinx Counseling Emphasis is designed to address the professional, curricular, and training needs of mental health counselors working with Latinx and Spanish-speaking clients. The emphasis focuses on developing self-awareness as a bilingual and bicultural counselor, knowledge of Latinx cultures and therapeutic Spanish, familiarity with interventions appropriate to Latinx and Spanish-speaking clients, and social justice advocacy for issues relevant to the Latinx community.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Ánimo Latinx Counseling Emphasis and the core CACREP curriculum with the Clinical Mental Health Counseling specialty.
• Conduct research that leads to peer-reviewed publications, advancing the field of counselor education and Latinx mental health.
• Contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and engage in the broader university and disciplinary communities.
• Maintain a firm commitment to valuing multicultural perspectives with an intersectional lens, demonstrating a professional track record that reflects this commitment.
• Integrate technology effectively into instruction and stay updated on best practices in counselor education.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in counselor education, counseling psychology, or a related field by the appointment date.
• Demonstrated professional identity as a counselor educator, with clear affiliations to relevant counseling associations (e.g., ACA/ACES).
• Broad knowledge of the clinical mental health counseling curriculum.
• Bilingual fluency in spoken Spanish.
• Knowledge of Latinx cultures and social justice issues relevant to the Latinx community.
• Evidence of the ability to conduct research, including dissertation research.
• University-level teaching experience, including co-teaching and/or guest lecturing.
• Demonstrated potential for effective integration of technology into instruction.
• Demonstrated awareness/knowledge of racial inequities and challenges faced by historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged groups.
• Demonstrated commitment and contributions to social justice advocacy through teaching, research, and/or service activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of social justice issues such as critical race theory, liberation psychology, and intersectionality.
• Proficiency in reading and writing Spanish.
• Graduation from a CACREP-accredited program.
• Experience with CACREP accreditation.
• Licensed or license-eligible as a professional counselor or equivalent (e.g., LPC, LPCC, LMCHC) in the current state or license-eligible in California.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As a tenure-track faculty member at CSUF, you will have opportunities for professional growth and development. Our institution is committed to supporting faculty in their research and teaching endeavors. You will be part of a collaborative and student-centered environment, working with experienced faculty who value collegiality and inclusivity.

Work Environment and Company Culture Highlights

CSUF is a minority-serving institution dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. We are committed to retaining all faculty and have established affinity groups to support your success. Our campus is located in Fullerton, CA, and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health/vision/dental plans, spouse and dependent fee-waiver, access to campus child-care, and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system.

Compensation and Benefits

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $5,405 to $11,994 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year), with an anticipated hiring range of $6,480 to $6,607 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to the competitive salary, CSUF offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for summer research grants, moving expenses, start-up funds, and a reduced teaching load.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit a complete online application, including:

• A letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications.
• A teaching portfolio with a teaching philosophy and sample course materials.
• A Counselor Identity Statement.
• A Candidate Commitment to Inclusive Excellence Statement.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
• A list of three references with relevant contact information.

Applications must be received by September 15, 2023, to be assured full consideration. The anticipated appointment date is Fall 2024.

Join Our Community of Dedicated Educators

If you are a passionate educator committed to advancing multicultural perspectives and promoting inclusive excellence, we encourage you to apply. CSUF is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, dedicated to increasing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. Don't hesitate to apply – we value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all.

For more information about the position or to apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php and search for position #529333.