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Associate Professor/Professor- Rehabilitation Counseling

Winston Salem State University
Commensurate with education and experience
United States, North Carolina, Winston-Salem
601 South Martin Luther King Junior Drive (Show on map)
Jan 09, 2025
Associate Professor/Professor- Rehabilitation Counseling
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Position Details
Classification Information


Position Classification Title Assistant Professor
FLSA Exempt
Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA) 80090
EPA Position Type
JCAT 202000
Position Overview


Primary Purpose of the Position
The position is an academic rank of Tenure-Track Associate Professor/ Professor of Rehabilitation Counseling in the School of Health Sciences, with a start date of August 2025. The position is a full-time, 9-month faculty position at an open rank, with the potential for tenure at the Associate Professor or Professor level. This position is grounded in the university's commitment to innovation, collaboration, and preparing leaders for the future of rehabilitation counseling. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, motivated faculty dedicated to teaching, scholarship, and service excellence. Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, serving as faculty advisor, mentoring and coaching students inside and outside the classroom, producing scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals within the discipline area or within peer-reviewed journals that promote the teaching and learning discipline; facilitating presentations at well-respected professional conferences; engaging in procurement of extramural funds with interdisciplinary teams; participating in departmental, School of Health Science, and university service as well as engaging in service to one's professional discipline and larger Winston-Salem and Forsyth County community. The selected candidate will focus on key areas, such as vocational assessment, clinical mental health counseling, and deafness while contributing to undergraduate and graduate education. This position is a vital opportunity to shape the future of rehabilitation counseling education at Winston-Salem State University while contributing to an innovative and inclusive academic environment. We look forward to welcoming a candidate who shares our vision for excellence in education, scholarship, and service.
Position Information


Working Position Title Associate Professor/Professor- Rehabilitation Counseling
Building and Room No.
Anderson Center, Rm C024-A - 601 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Appointment Type Permanent Full-Time
If Time Limited. No
Appointment Length. 9 months
Position Number 001787
Requirements and Preferences


Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies No
Normal Work Schedule
8 - 5 pm M-F
Department Required Skills
Department Required Skills and Expectations:
We seek a candidate who exemplifies excellence in teaching students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and is committed to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. The ideal candidate will:

  • Have expertise in leveraging instructional technologies to enhance student learning.
  • Show evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate levels, including online and hybrid instruction.
  • Demonstrate the ability to mentor students in research, community service learning, or experiential education.
  • Exhibit a track record or potential for interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching and research.
  • Show evidence of scholarly activities, including publications, presentations, and grant writing.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth and active participation in professional organizations and conferences.



Competencies and Requirements
Candidates must:

  • Hold a doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Rehabilitation Counselor Education or a related field from a CACREP-accredited program.
  • Be a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) or CRC-eligible.
  • Have at least five years of teaching experience in rehabilitation counseling for Associate-level applicants (9 years for Professor-level applicants).
  • Be eligible for LMHC-A or LMHC licensure in North Carolina within one year.
  • Possess experience teaching core CACREP-accredited and specialized courses in rehabilitation counseling and rehabilitation studies.
  • Have experience as a rehabilitation counselor or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrate evidence of online teaching, use of LMS platforms like Canvas, and comfort with distance education methodologies.
  • Provide clinical supervision to counseling trainees and demonstrate expertise in vocational evaluation.
  • Show a history of working effectively with diverse populations.

Specific Job Duties
The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in rehabilitation counseling/studies either face-to-face or online and must communicate continuously with students as they monitor student progress for student success. The successful candidate must construct sufficiently detailed course syllabi before the first class, teach each class section, create and present relevant course activities, assess assignments by providing written feedback in a timely fashion, and evaluate student performance. The successful candidate must hold office hours each week, meet with the program coordinator regularly, and consistently attend departmental and SOHS meetings. Additionally, the ideal candidate must produce scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals within the discipline area or within peer-reviewed journals that promote the teaching and learning of the discipline, facilitate presentations at well-respected professional conferences, and engage in the procurement of extramural funds with interdisciplinary teams.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Faculty in the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling prefer candidates who:

  • Demonstrated leadership in professional organizations.
  • Recognized as a scholar and educator in the rehabilitation counseling field.
  • Experience with program or learning outcomes assessment.
  • A record of service to higher education and the profession.
  • Expertise in two or more areas: State-Federal Vocational Rehabilitation systems, private rehabilitation, rehabilitation administration, school-to-work transition, deafness, or clinical mental health.

Required License or Certification
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor required or CRC eligible
Valid US Driver's License No
Commercial Driver's License Required No
Physical Required No
List any other medical/drug tests required
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Primary Responsibilities and Duties


Describe the specific job duties related to this competency
Teaching and Advising (60%)

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses using face-to-face, hybrid, and online approaches.
  • Develop detailed course syllabi and deliver engaging high-quality instruction.
  • Maintain regular communication with students, provide feedback, and monitor progress using Canvas and EAB Navigate technologies.
  • Serve as an academic advisor and mentor.

Percentage Of Time 60


Describe the specific job duties related to this competency
Scholarship, Research, and Creative Activity (30%)

  • Develop and execute a research agenda aligned with the university's mission.
  • Present at professional conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Collaborate with faculty and professionals nationally to secure external funding.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to advance knowledge and skills.


Percentage Of Time 30


Describe the specific job duties related to this competency
University, Professional, and Community Service and Engagement (10%)

  • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
  • Actively participate in discipline-specific professional organizations.
  • Engage with the local community, contributing to boards and initiatives related to rehabilitation counseling.


Percentage Of Time 10
Posting Details
Posting Details


Internal Posting Only No
Position Type Faculty
Time Limited Position No
Appointment Length
9 months
Salary Commensurate with education and experience
Open Date 12/09/2024
Close Date 01/31/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions Summary
Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



  1. *
    Do you have a Ph.D. in rehabilitation counselor education or a related field from an accredited institution?

    • yes
    • no


  2. *
    Do you have work experience as a vocational evaluator?

    • Yes
    • No


  3. *
    Please describe any online teaching experience you have?

    (Open Ended Question)


  4. *
    How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

    • Public Job Posting
    • Internal Job Posting
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Website
    • Other




Applicant Document
Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Teaching Philosophy
  4. Unofficial Transcripts
  5. References List


Optional Documents

  1. Other Document
  2. Letter of Reference 1
  3. Letter of Reference 2
  4. Letter of Reference 3

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