A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
Mental Health, Tenure-Track, Social Work Social Work Location:
Waco, TX Open Date:
Jul 10, 2026
Deadline:
Sep 30, 2026 at 11:59
PM Eastern Time Description:
Baylor University Diana R. Garland School of Social Work seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in mental or behavioral health. Rank is at Assistant Professor, and the position starts in August 2027. Successful candidates for this faculty position will contribute to the school's mission of educating students in Garland School programs and advancing research in mental health, while also engaging in meaningful service and collaboration with colleagues in the school. This position is based in our Waco residential program. Candidates should possess an earned research doctorate, an enthusiasm for the mission of the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, a demonstrated ability to pursue a rigorous research agenda with commensurate publications and external funding with emphasis on mental health research. Preference is given to candidates presenting a capacity for effective teaching and student service/engagement and evidence of collaborating with stakeholders and capacity for leadership in research, teaching and service activities. An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and a minimum of two years post-MSW professional experience is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Qualifications:
Required:
Earned research doctorate in social work and/or a relevant field of study, Enthusiasm for the mission of the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, and Demonstrated ability to pursue a rigorous research agenda with commensurate publications and external funding with emphasis on mental health research.
Preferred:
MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, Capacity for effective teaching and student service/engagement, Two years of post-MSW professional practice, and Evidence of collaborating with stakeholders and capacity for leadership in research, teaching, and service activities.
Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/188778 To apply, please submit through Interfolio the following: A cover letter/letter of application, Curriculum vitae, Transcript for highest degree earned (official or unofficial), Research statement, Statement of teaching philosophy, and Contact information for three professional references. All applicants will also complete the self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form in Interfolio. To learn more about the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work, and Baylor University, please visit the appropriate
URL:
https://www.baylor.edu/social_work/ or www.baylor.edu . Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas and is the oldest college in the state. It has a diverse student population of 21,000 and is recognized as an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification. Baylor is also noted on the honor roll of 'Great Colleges to Work For' by ModernThink. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. As a Christian university with historic Baptist roots and as reflected in the Notice of Non-Discrimination, Baylor strives to be a place characterized by civility and respect. We believe each student, faculty, staff, and administrator is made in the image of God. Baylor's new strategic plan, Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as it continues to fulfill its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-64492024676f4109960b218a140939b8
