Faculty, Contributing - Mental Health Counseling

Walden University; United States; Remote; USD 17,409 - 45,532; Part time

Job summary

An accredited online educational institution is seeking a Faculty, Contributing in Mental Health Counseling. This role involves utilizing online teaching techniques, supervising thesis/dissertation research, and maintaining engagement with students. Candidates must have a doctorate in Counseling and a commitment to social change. Competitive compensation is offered for course instruction.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Counseling from a CACREP-accredited program.
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching master’s and/or doctoral students.
• Experience supervising student field training.

Responsibilities

• Train in online teaching techniques and platform use.
• Interact with students and provide timely feedback.
• Supervise thesis/dissertation research.

Skills

Online teaching techniques

Student interaction

Feedback and grading

Dissertation chairing

Diversity commitment

Education

Earned doctorate in Counseling

Current state licensure as a mental health professional

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Blackboard

Job description

Faculty, Contributing - Mental Health Counseling

General Summary

Walden University is a pioneer in student‑centered distance education. An accredited graduate institution with a mission for social change, Walden is dedicated to high academic standards and helping students make a difference in their professions, organizations, and communities.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• All new Faculty Members receive specific training from Walden University in online teaching techniques, learning platform use, program policies, cultural integration, academic integrity assessment, and thesis/dissertation research supervision.
• Faculty Members are assigned a course using the Blackboard platform, responsible for student interaction, discussion boards open 24/7, timely postings, and providing feedback and grades.
• Faculty Members must be in the classroom at least four days per week and respond to student questions within 48 hours.
• Faculty Members may attend residencies/Pre‑practica and facilitate school‑wide discussions; some travel may be required (minimum once per quarter).
• Faculty Members may complete training in dissertation chairing and service and are eligible to serve on doctoral dissertations.

Technology Requirements

• Adequate computer with keyboard, pointing device, monitor, reliable Internet access and backup; use of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and ZIP software.

Licensing and Certification

• Appropriately credentialed with an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a country’s ministry of education. Must be licensed or license‑eligible as a mental health professional in the state of residence and maintain licence and certifications.

Education and Experience

• Earned doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education from a CACREP‑accredited program at an accredited institution.
• Current state licensure as a mental health professional.
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching and mentoring master’s and/or doctoral level students, including directing thesis/dissertation research.
• Experience supervising student field training. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social change, and service to non‑traditional students.

Compensation

• Graduate Course Instruction: $1,560 – $4,080 per quarter or semester.
• Undergraduate Course Instruction: $700 – $2,200 per quarter.

Additional Information

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment; requires use of a personal computer for 6‑8 hours daily.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation