Job Opening: Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Montreat College Online

Location: Remote Start Date: August 2026 Duties and Responsibilities The candidate will be responsible for teaching courses (24 credit hours or equivalent per year) in the CACREP-accredited Montreat Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and other related areas, with specific courses determined by background and departmental needs. Additional responsibilities include updating curriculum, participating in faculty committees, active participation in maintaining the program’s CACREP accreditation, and other duties as described in the Faculty Handbook. Either position may include additional stipended role as AGS Counseling and Psychology Department Chair, CMHC Clinical Director, or CMHC Program Director, depending on qualifications and program needs.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will affirm and support the Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Statement of Community Life Covenant of Montreat College. Successful candidates will have a clear counseling identity, and also demonstrate support for Christian education by integrating faith and counseling in a compelling, thoughtful manner. Teaching excellence and a willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work are also expected. Montreat College encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, and is committed to equal employment opportunity . We do not discriminate based on an individual's race, sex, color, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, gender, and information, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment at the College, including hiring, assignments, training, promotions, compensation, employee benefits, employee discipline and discharge, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Montreat College is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs. Education/Experience A terminal degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a regionally accredited college/university, CACREP accreditation preferred. State-issued counseling license required. Teaching and clinical counseling experience required. Knowledge of ethical standards of practice and ability to effectively teach the same. Demonstrate superior oral, interpersonal and written communication skills. Demonstrate competence in a variety of computer applications including MS Office Suite, Blackboard, and other software used in the program. Experience with Tevera is preferred. An understanding of adult learning and distance learning theory. Supervision Department Chair of Counseling and Psychology, School of Adult and Graduate Studies. Works closely and cooperatively with CMHC Program Director and Clinical Director. Application Requirements/How to Apply Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates are requested to fill out an application form and include the following documents: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Transcripts of Undergraduate and Graduate Work (unofficial ok for application) Statement of Faith Statement of Philosophy of Christian Higher Education List of Three References with Contact Information About Montreat College Montreat College is a Christian liberal arts college accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer masters, bachelors, and associates degrees. The main campus is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains fifteen miles east of Asheville, North Carolina, a region recognized as one of the most attractive living environments in the United States. The College is committed to Christ-centered teaching and learning, and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job