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Faculty Position in Pastoral Care & Counseling

Employer
Indiana Wesleyan University
Location
Marion, IN
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Job no: 494150
Work type: Faculty (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Faculty

Job Title: Faculty Position in Pastoral Care & Counseling

Reporting Relationship: Academic Dean of Wesley Seminary

Unit: Wesley Seminary

Department: Ministry & Divinity

Campus Location: Wesley Seminary in Marion, Indiana

Summary of Position: Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University, a leading seminary in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition and the official seminary of The Wesleyan Church, seeks a passionate and innovative faculty member for a full-time position in Pastoral Care and Counseling to begin July 1, 2025 (pending final budgetary approval). We are looking for someone who resonates deeply with our mission to equip Christian leaders for missional ministry locally and globally. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and skilled individual with both pastoral and clinical counseling expertise and experience, who is passionate about equipping students for ministry that addresses the spiritual, emotional, and psychological needs of individuals and communities.

Please prepare a cover letter, a one-page statement summarizing your philosophy of seminary education within the Wesleyan tradition, and a curriculum vitae (including education; clinical, teaching, ministry, and volunteer experience; scholarship and publications; and references). All materials should be submitted electronically via Indiana Wesleyan University’s employment portal. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to submit additional written materials prior to a virtual or on-campus interview. Preliminary application deadline is November 15, 2024; the position will remain open until filled.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • 60% - A teaching load of 21 credit hours per 12-month contract period
  • 10% - Oversight of Pastoral Care and Counseling courses; development of additional course offerings in Pastoral Care and Counseling, and related subject areas
  • 10% - Additional teaching in the areas of Christian ministry and spiritual formation
  • 10% - Contribution to program assessment and review processes
  • 10% - Relevant institutional committee work and service, and relevant scholarly activity

Note: This position requires relocation to the region and regular presence on IWU’s campus in Marion, Indiana

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

  • PhD (or equivalent) in Pastoral Theology, Practical Theology, Religion and Psychology; or Psychology with a master’s degree in a theological discipline (MDiv preferred)

Experience

  • Significant experience in local church ministry
  • A heart for the local church and training pastors and Christian leaders

Required Skills

  • Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, especially online, at the graduate level, with a student-centered approach
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and students from diverse communities and cultures
  • Enthusiastic embrace of the Wesleyan tradition and ability to function well within a learning community hosted by The Wesleyan Church
  • Adept with educational technologies such as Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel), online learning management systems, and other supplemental tools (e.g. audio and/or video recording).

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 25 Oct 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 Dec 2024 US Eastern Standard Time

Organization

A vision that began over 100 years ago has taken full form as today's Indiana Wesleyan University – a Christian comprehensive university committed to liberal arts and professional education.

IWU is an energized community. Its spiritually rich learning environment, academic commitment and caring instruction develop in students the knowledge, skills and disposition to change the world for Jesus Christ.

The following profile information will help you know a little more about IWU:

  • The Indiana Wesleyan University Story is one of faithfulness, remarkable growth, innovation, and the joyful expectation of God's next chapter for the University.
  • IWU was initially accredited in 1966 by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and has maintained its Accreditation since then. Other agencies and associations also accredit individual IWU programs.
  • IWU is committed to several Distinctives, ranging from a Christ-centered educational experience to a commitment to comprehensive student support.
  • We are resolute in upholding our Mission and Values, including our mission to be a Christ-centered academic community committed to developing students in character, scholarship and leadership.
  • Our Academic Structure encourages innovation in education and honors academic achievements by students and faculty alike.
  • IWU is an institution of The Wesleyan Church, a worldwide body of evangelical Protestant believers with its roots in John Wesley's Methodism.

Indiana Wesleyan University is the largest member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and one of the largest employers in Grant County, Indiana.

Nearly 3,000 students are enrolled in traditional programs on the University’s 350 acre residential campus in Marion, Indiana. Most buildings on the Marion campus have been built in the past 25 years, so students live and learn in a visually striking environment with well-appointed residence halls and academic facilities, all on a campus that is only an hour away from both Fort Wayne and Indianapolis.

IWU-Marion offers more than 80 undergraduate degrees and an expanding list of graduate degree programs to residential students representing more than 80 Christian denominations and 10 foreign countries.

More than 8,000 adult learners attend classes through IWU-National & Global online or at education centers in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. IWU-National & Global offers over 100 degree programs at the associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Wesley Seminary, founded in 2009, is headquartered on the Marion, Indiana, campus of IWU. Wesley Seminary offers a practical online path for working ministers to obtain a graduate- or doctoral-level degree while applying weekly knowledge to their local ministry contexts.

Company info
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Telephone
765-677-2117
Location
4201 S Washington Street
Marion
Indiana
46953
US

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