Clinical Assistant Professor & Director, Community Counseling Services Center

George Washington University

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • $80,000–$95,000 Per Year

Highlights

Posting Number: F002682 Academic Title: Clinical Assistant Professor & Director, Community Counseling Services Center Rank: Assistant Professor Administrative Title: Clinical Assistant Professor & Director, Community Counseling Services Center Discipline Education Specialty: Contract Type: Non-Tenure Track, Time-Limited Appointment (provide appt period) - 01/01/2027-06/30/2030 Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 01/01/2027 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary: The George Washington University's Department of Counseling and Human Development is seeking applicants for a non-tenure-accruing specialized faculty position at the Clinical Assistant Professor level, beginning as early as Spring 2027. The Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of the Community Counseling Services Center-Foggy Bottom will provide comprehensive oversight for the Community Counseling Services Center, a counseling training clinic wherein students across counseling programs provide mental health services to members of the community.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWashington, DC
Salary$80,000–$95,000 Per Year

Description

Recruitment Plan

I. RECRUITMENT PLAN

Posting Number: F002682 Academic Title: Clinical Assistant Professor & Director, Community Counseling Services Center Rank: Assistant Professor Administrative Title: Clinical Assistant Professor & Director, Community Counseling Services Center Discipline Education Specialty: Contract Type: Non-Tenure Track, Time-Limited Appointment (provide appt period) - 01/01/2027-06/30/2030 Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 01/01/2027 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary:

The George Washington University's Department of Counseling and Human Development is seeking applicants for a non-tenure-accruing specialized faculty position at the Clinical Assistant Professor level, beginning as early as Spring 2027. The Counseling and Human Development Department has a strong identity in diversity, disability, and human development research. The Department espouses an anti-oppressive stance as it engages in its mission of teaching, research, and service.

The Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of the Community Counseling Services Center-Foggy Bottom will provide comprehensive oversight for the Community Counseling Services Center, a counseling training clinic wherein students across counseling programs provide mental health services to members of the community. This 12-month appointment includes teaching across programs within the Department of Counseling and Human Development. Additionally, this role includes the administrative duties of

the Community Counseling Services Center-Foggy Bottom, including, overseeing clinic operations, ensuring quality care is provided to students, management of student workers and supervisors, and providing clinic supervision. Service responsibilities include engaging in departmental, school, and university committees as needed.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Oversight

Provide clinical oversight of clinic staff, engaging in crisis management as needed (available if needed during clinic hours M-Thursday 11-8pm)

Provide leadership to clinic staff, promoting a collaborative, supportive, and professional clinic environment.

Collaborate with Assistant Directors to ensure appropriateness of clients for student clinicians

Support marketing of the clinic to ensure viability of the clinic

Integrate clinical, administrative, and supervisory responsibilities to ensure the clinic's smooth operation.

Foster a learning environment for counseling interns, supporting their growth in both theoretical and applied aspects of clinical practice.

Manage clinic administrative processes, including orientation, policies, & procedures

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accreditation and compliance requirements, ensuring clinic meets all legal and ethical standards.

Maintain accurate referral list for clients' and counseling interns' use

Assist in adapting yearly training curriculum for counseling students and supervisors.

Maintain and manage technology systems associated with the clinical training program, including the electronic health record and the video-recording capacities of the CCSC, and ensuring the confidentiality of all client records, recordings, and documents.

Track and apply payments from client sessions

Potential provision of clinical supervision for up to up to six interns each semester

Faculty Responsibilities

Teach graduate level clinical counseling courses (e.g. Interview skills, theories of counseling, marriage and family counseling)

Engage in the accreditation related Clinical Training Committee activities

Engage in departmental meetings and committees

Minimum Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications. All applicants must have:

Doctorate from a CACREP accredited Counselor Education Program by date of appointment.

Clinical experience in mental health, rehabilitation, or school counseling.

Experience in providing clinical supervision and training to interns or students.

Advertised Salary: 80,000-95,000 Other Benefits:

This position is eligible for full-time employee health benefits. More information about the benefits that GW offers can be found here: https://hr.gwu.edu/health-benefits.

Other Information:

The George Washington University has a strong commitment to recruiting faculty of the highest caliber who have thrived in different environments and would enrich the university with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

The Department of Counseling and Human Development houses three master's degree programs, several certificate programs, and a PhD in Counseling. The Rehabilitation Counseling program is ranked third in the US, according to US News and World Report. The department has partnerships with many field sites in the metropolitan DC area where its students can complete practicum and internship experiences.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

How to Apply: Review of applications will begin November 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Please submit an online application.

Applicant must include the following information when applying for this position:

(1) letter of application including a statement of qualifications in relation to listed areas of expertise and department mission; a statement regarding the applicant's philosophy of teaching; and a research statement.

(2) current curriculum vitae;

(3) copies of graduate transcripts;

(4) evidence of teaching activity and teaching effectiveness (e.g. peer or student evaluations); and,

(5) contact information from three references

Department Link: Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Quick Link https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/129499

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcript
  • Names and Contact Information for References
  • Course Evaluations or Summaries

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have or will you have a doctorate from a CACREP accredited Counselor Education Program by date of appointment?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have clinical experience in mental health, rehabilitation, or school counseling?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have experience in providing clinical supervision and training to interns or students?
  • Yes

  • No

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