Adjunct Faculty- Counseling Education and Supervision - Online Campus

The Chicago School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Paid time off

Job summary

The Chicago School invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position in the CACREP-accredited Online Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program within the Online Counselor Education Department. The role reports to the Associate Department Chair of Counselor Education.

Teach online courses, maintain professional standards, and contribute to a diverse, student-centered learning community that aligns with the school’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching online.
• Licensed LPCC/LPC/LMHC at time of hire and actively licensed for at least 2 years.
• Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from CACREP accredited program.
• TCSPP online pedagogy training (TOPS) or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach no more than 22 credit hours per calendar year.
• Teach contracted online CMHC courses.
• Adhere to ethical standards, state laws and regulations.
• Support diversity, equity and inclusion in teaching.
• Demonstrate commitment to The Chicago School's mission and values.
• Engage in best practices for clinical training in Counseling.

Skills

Online teaching

Telehealth

Student mentoring

Time management

Communication

Education

Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision

Licensed LPCC/LPC/LMHC

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Job Description

Founded in 1979, The Chicago School is an independent professional graduate school with a dynamic student body and a professionally accomplished faculty. Our curriculum and training opportunities prepare graduates to deliver outstanding professional services emphasizing the ability to understand and work with diverse populations.

Position Summary

The position is for an Adjunct Faculty member for the CACREP-accredited Online Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program within the Online Counselor Education Department. This position reports to the Associate Department Chair of Counselor Education.

Principal Duties

• Teach no more than 22 credit hours over the course of a calendar year.
• Teach contracted online courses within the department.
• Adhere to all ethical standards, state laws, and international regulations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Act in a way that embodies the mission, vision and values of The Chicago School and the CMHC Online program.
• Understand and demonstrate best practices related to clinical training in Counseling.
• Pursue excellence in instruction
• Strong commitment to working as part of a faculty team
• Optional participation in the Counselor Education Online department meetings.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor and conduct oneself in respectful and ethical manner.
• Communicate ideas and information effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Manage one's own time and the time of others effectively.
• Demonstrate and apply telehealth knowledge skills.
• Demonstrate ability to motivate, develop, and direct students through coursework and telehealth modalities.

Position Qualifications

• Experience teaching in an online environment.
• Licensed as a LPCC, LPC, or LMHC at time of hire and have held a counseling related license continuously for a minimum of 2 years.
• Preferred certification in Board Certified Telemental Health provider (BC –TMH) or willingness to pursue certificate at the time of hire.
• Hold a Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program.
• TCSPP training in online pedagogy (TOPS) or equivalent experience (approved by campus dean).

The department seeks an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student-centeredness, professional development and scholarship, integrity and ethics, respect for diversity and pluralism, innovation, flexibility, and teamwork and collaboration. Candidates who will advance equity, diversity, and inclusion through their teaching, scholarship, and service are strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $1,124-1,540 per credit and may vary per course with student enrollment. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation.

Other benefits include generous paid time‑off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement.

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 per CDC guidance.