Core Faculty, Counseling & Behavioral Health in Newton, Massachusetts at William James College, Inc.

Please note that this position is not remote and requires faculty to be on campus. Candidates interested only in remote positions will not be considered.

Institutional Overview

William James College is in an exciting period of growth at a time when access to high-quality behavioral healthcare has never been more important. For over 50 years, our faculty and staff have prepared professionals to bring evidence-based mental health care to healthcare systems, community agencies, schools, correctional facilities, businesses, and private practice settings throughout New England and beyond. 

Our mission is clear: to advance educational excellence in applied psychology and to develop skilled, compassionate professionals committed to expanding access to behavioral healthcare for individuals and communities who need it most. 

As a community grounded in excellence, fairness, and respect for all individuals, William James College fosters leadership, collaboration, and service in an increasingly complex world. We seek professionals who are energized by meaningful work, committed to student success, and motivated to make a lasting impact in the field of behavioral health. 

We are building the next generation of behavioral health leaders and are looking for colleagues who want to help shape that future. 

Position Summary

Associate / Assistant Professor of Counseling, 12-Month position, available January 2027 and August 2027. Primary teaching responsibilities include face-to-face, hybrid, and online graduate courses. The faculty workload consists of the teaching equivalent of 18 graduate credit hours per academic year. Additional duties include academic advising, scholarly productivity, college service, collaboration, accreditation related activities, promotion of the program and the college, and other duties as assigned by the department chair.

We are seeking applicants with clinical experience that can bring that expertise to the classroom. Applicants with an interest in addressing disparities in all aspects of counseling and/or whose work has focused on behavioral health equity for underserved and unserved communities will be of particular interest. We are seeking applicants with interest, expertise and/or experience with children, adolescents, and families. The successful candidate may teach relevant courses as well as other generalist foundational courses in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A. program.

Essential Functions

1. Teach 18 credits during the academic year (this can be distributed during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters).  Overload will be compensated for at the regular overload rate. Teaching for other departments should be cleared with your department chair.  

1. Institutional/faculty governance committee work.  

1. Advise 12 students.  

1. Admissions-related work. Attending Open Houses and Interview Days, as well as reviewing applications.

1. Attend Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Faculty meetings, two hours every other week.

1. Attend an annual Counseling and Behavioral Health Department all day faculty development retreat. 

1. Attend an annual all-school faculty retreat.

1. Attend all-school faculty meetings – once in the Fall semester and once in the Spring semester.

1. Attend the Commencement Ceremony.

1. Attend Orientation (one day for preparation and upt to two days for the actual orientation), usually the week before classes start, both in August and January.

1. Participate in other ad-hoc committees within the department or within the school.

1. Serve as a 2nd member in up to 5 doctoral project committees in other departments in the college.

Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the responsibilities and objectives of the position and the mission of the College

Please note that this position is not remote and requires faculty to be on campus. Candidates interested only in remote positions will not be considered.

Education and Experience:

1. Education: Doctoral Degree in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program preferred, or doctoral degree in counseling or a related field, with at least one-year full-time teaching experience in a graduate counseling program prior to July 1, 2013 (as per CACREP 2024 standards). Preference will be given to applicants from a CACREP accredited program. Will also consider candidates with a doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or in Marriage and Family Therapy whose master’s degree is in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

1. Professional License: Licensed as a mental health counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts (or license eligible if licensed as a counselor in another state with the expectation of obtaining the LMHC in MA within a year of employment). Licensed or license-eligible as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) will be considered. Licensed psychologists who are eligible to be licensed as LMHC will be considered. Faculty members are expected to have a clinical license within a year of employment.

1. Counselor Professional Identity: established professional identity as a mental health counselor and/or counselor educator and professional service as demonstrated by participation in counseling professional associations, presentations at conferences, and/or continued education presentations, among others.

1. Clinical Experience: Prefer three years full time or equivalent of clinical experience post-master’s degree. At least two years of clinical experience is required as well as maintaining some involvement in clinical practice or consultation.

1. Teaching Experience: At least one year of experience teaching graduate students in a counseling program, preferably including experience supervising practicum and internship students.

1. Scholarship: research experience, or development of pedagogical or clinical interventions, programs, or evaluation methods.

1. Familiarity with accreditation compliance and assessment reporting.

1. Expertise in one or more of the following areas preferred: children and adolescents; psychological assessment; group counseling; career counseling; psychopathology; diversity.

Compensation Range: $90,000-$100,000 annually

This range represents the College’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this role. Placement within the range will depend on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Typically, candidates are hired within the lower to mid-point of the range, with the upper end reserved for individuals who bring significant, directly relevant experience and fully meet or exceed the role’s requirements.

Total Rewards:

We are excited to present an exceptional compensation and benefits package that prioritizes your wellbeing! Embrace comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, complemented by flexible spending accounts. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with company-paid life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and the opportunity to contribute to your retirement. Relish our generous paid time off and seize the exciting professional development opportunities that empower your growth. Join us and experience a rewarding workplace that passionately invests in your future!

William James College is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedure:

 Review of applications occurs on a rolling basis and will continue until the position is filled.

 Interested applicants should submit:

• A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be contacted without the applicant's prior permission.)

Compliance & Equal Opportunity Statement:

At William James College, we are a community grounded in excellence, fairness, and respect for all. We are committed to developing leaders and change agents who can navigate and shape an increasingly complex world, while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

William James College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable federal and Massachusetts laws. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

 This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

William James College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation.