Current Openings

Core Faculty, Counseling Psychology

Reports to: Dean of the Graduate School

Department: Academics

FLSA Category: Exempt, Contracted

Average Hours per Week: Full-Time

Summary

The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology seeks to fill a full-time Core Faculty position in our Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology program. We are building a creative community that is robustly Christian, deeply questioning, and profoundly human. The ideal candidate would be committed to the interdisciplinary dialogue between theology and psychology, as well as intercultural engagement. Rank preference is Assistant Professor but will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications. Applicants from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

The Core Faculty in our Counseling/Psychology program are responsible for:

  • Preparing for and teaching a variety of courses and seminars in Counseling/Psychology, depending on speciality, which can include but not limited to:
    • Assessment, Appraisal, and Diagnosis
    • Ethics
    • History & Systems
    • Human Growth & Development
    • Multicultural Courses such as Social & Cultural Diversities and Cultural, Social, & Community Systems
    • Psychopathology
    • Research & Statistics
  • Advising counseling/psychology students.
  • Contributing to curriculum development.
  • Participating in faculty meetings, committee service, recruitment support, and other functions that advance the institution. 
  • Attend key institutional events as outlined in contracts, including Convocation, Faculty Retreats, Orientation, Residencies, Commencement, and others. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Doctorate in Counseling, Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, or Doctorate in Counselor Education.
  • Counseling/Clinical experience.
  • Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a psychologist or LMHC.
  • Familiarity with LMHC process, desired.
  • Previous teaching experience, especially in a higher education setting.
  • A commitment to collaborate with faculty, instructional team, and students.
  • Ability to incorporate the school’s Christian, integrative, and intercultural distinctives into teaching and service . 
  • The ability to collaborate on the management of curriculum and the program review process.
  • A commitment to scholarly output and potential.
  • A commitment to love and serve God and neighbor through transforming relationships.
  • Global engagement and an intercultural competence.
  • A desire to contribute to and advance a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Compensation & Benefits

The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology provides competitive total compensation package (salary, benefits, time off and more). This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $67,000 – $74,000 (Assistant Professor rank).We offer health care benefits (medical, dental, vision life and long term disability), retirement benefits, health savings account, subsidized ORCA bus pass, and tuition assistance benefits. We also offer a flexible, supportive environment with colleagues committed to a common mission. Work can be done in a combination of remote and on campus, with a preference for those who can teach on campus as well as online. For more information on The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology, visit www.theseattleschool.edu.   

Application Process

To apply please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement (which should include how their teaching would contribute to and advance a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion), and a completed Employment Application (Statement of Faith included) to facultyjobs@theseattleschool.edu. All inquiries and applications will be treated in confidence.  This position will remain open until filled, with preference given to applications received by April 2, 2024.

Employment Application [PDF]

About the Employer

Established in 1997, The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology resides in the heart of the Belltown neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. The Seattle School offers three interdisciplinary graduate programs: M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Master of Divinity, and M.A. in Theology & Culture. Focused on a transformational education through deep relationality, the school is committed to train people to be competent in the study of text, soul, and culture in order to serve God and neighbor through transforming relationships. Employees at The Seattle School strive to hold the capacity to see relationally and to see each other beyond social categories, allowing room for the complexity and nuance that is asked of us to live as the global body of Christ.

Federal employment non-discrimination rules preserve the freedom of faith-based organizations to hire according to faith. State and local employment civil rights laws include a similar exemption for faith-based organizations such as The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology.