Adjunct - Graduate Counseling (On Campus Applicant Pool)

Husson University; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 1,399,641 - 1,515,360; Part time

Job summary

Husson University in Bangor, Maine, invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position in the Graduate Counseling and Human Relations Program. This role will involve teaching courses across various topics in counseling and supervising practicum experiences.

The ideal candidate will hold a doctorate in Counselor Education or a related field. Opportunities for instruction may be offered in day, evening, hybrid, or online formats.

Qualifications

• A doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision is preferred.
• A minimum of a Master's degree in Counseling or a related discipline is required.
• Relevant clinical experience and professional licensure are strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching graduate students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on various topics related to counseling.
• Supervise practicum and internship experiences for students.
• Engage in mentorship and provide meaningful instruction.

Skills

Commitment to ethical practice

Cultural responsiveness

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision

Master's degree in Counseling

Job description

The College of Science and Humanities at Husson University invites applications for a part‑time adjunct faculty pool in the Graduate Counseling and Human Relations Program. This posting will remain open for up to one year to build a pool of qualified candidates who may be considered for future teaching opportunities as program needs arise.

The Graduate Counseling and Human Relations Program prepares future counseling professionals for careers in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. We seek educators and practitioners who are committed to preparing ethical, reflective, and culturally responsive counselors through engaging instruction, mentorship, and supervision.

Assignments may include day, evening, hybrid, or online courses, though many opportunities involve instruction and supervision on Husson University’s Bangor campus.

Example of Duties

• Human Growth and Development – Courses examining human development across the lifespan, including the biological, cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural factors that influence growth and change.
• School Counseling – Courses focused on the roles, responsibilities, and practices of professional school counselors, including advocacy, leadership, consultation, and student support services.
• Practicum and Internship Supervision – Courses involving clinical supervision, professional development, case consultation, and evaluation of counseling students completing field experiences in school or clinical settings.
• Group Process and Group Counseling – Courses exploring theories of group development, group dynamics, facilitation skills, and therapeutic group interventions.
• Counseling Techniques – Courses introducing foundational helping skills, counseling interventions, interviewing techniques, and therapeutic relationship development.
• Career Development and Counseling – Courses focused on career theories, vocational assessment, career decision‑making, and counseling strategies that support educational and occupational development.
• Crisis Intervention – Courses examining theories, models, and interventions for responding to crisis situations, trauma, and community emergencies.
• Counseling Children and Adolescents – Courses exploring counseling approaches, developmental considerations, and evidence‑based practices for working with children, adolescents, and their families.
• Counseling Electives – Specialized courses aligned with faculty expertise and program needs.

Additional teaching opportunities may arise within the counseling curriculum. Applicants are encouraged to indicate areas of teaching expertise, clinical specialization, and interest in supervising practicum and internship experiences.

Qualifications

• A doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision is preferred.
• A doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related field may be considered.
• A Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) or other advanced professional credential may be considered in appropriate circumstances.
• A minimum of a Master's degree in Counseling or a closely related discipline is required.
• Relevant clinical experience and professional licensure are strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching graduate students, supervising counselors‑in‑training, or mentoring professionals is preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice, cultural responsiveness, and student‑centered instruction.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work is generally performed in a classroom, laboratory, clinical, online, office, or other instructional setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Activities

• Move about instructional, laboratory, clinical, office, or campus environments.
• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods while teaching, presenting, meeting with students, or performing related duties.
• Occasionally move, transport, or position instructional materials and equipment.

Visual Requirements

• Must be able to read, prepare, evaluate, and review a variety of materials in both electronic and printed formats, and observe student activities as necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in instructional, laboratory, clinical, office, or remote learning environments, depending on course assignment and modality.
• The position may require evening, weekend, or off‑site instructional activities.

Compensation

• Master’s Prepared: Up to $1,016.67 per credit hour*
• Doctoral or Equivalent Prepared: Up to $1,100.00 per credit hour*

*Compensation is dependent upon the number of students enrolled in the assigned course.

Thank you for considering employment with Husson University. Please use our online application system to apply and track your application status.

Husson University is an equal employment opportunity employer.