Instructor – Behavioral Health

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Community College of Denver invites applications for an Instructor – Behavioral Health. This role involves teaching behavioral health courses across multiple modalities, including in-person on campus or online, with evenings/weekends and potential summer teaching for extra pay.

The instructor collaborates with the CCD Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway, maintains records, and supports a diverse student body while residing in Colorado with Auraria Campus access for in-person teaching.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health-related field as required.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in behavioral health.
• Experience teaching at the college level or providing workplace training.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-level behavioral health courses.

Skills

Teaching in higher education

Diversity & inclusion

Student advising

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Time management

Excellent communication

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited institution

Behavioral health or related field (e.g., psychology, social work)

Two years (4,000 hours) clinical experience

Experience teaching in college or workplace

Tools

Microsoft Office

Desire2Learn (D2L) LMS

Job description

Title

Instructor – Behavioral Health

Position Type

Instructor

College

Community College of Denver

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

CCD Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway

Campus

Auraria Campus

Location

Denver

Who We Are

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.

Job Summary

This position reports to the respective Department Chair and works collaboratively with other discipline faculty and the Dean of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The instructor assignment involves teaching introductory and upper-level behavioral health courses and related courses via multiple modalities. Teaching may occur in person/on campus or online including nights and weekends and will have the option for additional summer teaching for additional pay. This position requires the candidate to live in Colorado with access to Auraria Campus for in-person teaching, however, may have flexibility to teach online or hybrid.

This is not a fully online or remote position.

Duties & Responsibilities

Primary teaching duties will be in Behavioral Health as an academic science grounded in critical thinking, durable skills, and core values of respect, cultural competence, professional development, and ethical responsibility:

The instructional assignment will include lecture classes in the discipline. The successful candidate will be able to teach behavioral health and/or addiction recovery courses in various modalities (face to face, traditional online, synchronous online) as needed. Times will include daytime, evenings or weekends.

Deliver instruction consistent with the content and learning objectives of the course syllabus; maintain grade and attendance records in a timely manner; recognize and respond appropriately to student diversity through equitable teaching learning practices; utilize clear learning goals and well-planned activities; being available to students in assigned classes to provide additional academic support as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment.

In addition to conducting classes, the job includes class preparation, student evaluation, program level assessment, student advising, attendance and participation in various stakeholder and/or student led organizations/programs.

Attendance at department meetings and response to emails from students and supervisor within two business days is required.

Participation in discipline/department decision-making processes and work regarding curriculum, program development, scheduling and other matters are also expected of all instructors.

Responsibilities also include maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.

Competencies/KSAs

• Understanding of teaching best practices, including being knowledgeable in pedagogy/andragogy, as well as retention and inclusion practices
• Foster a positive student learning assessment culture while supporting students in successful attainment of course competencies and outcomes
• Maintain expertise in the subject matter area and effectively teach assigned courses
• Demonstrated high interest in collaboration with interdisciplinary programs and/or contribute to course offerings based on area of expertise
• Evaluate student performance in a constructive, timely, and effective manner
• Commitment to the application of diversity and inclusionary best practices while upholding CCD’s mission and vision
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and advocacy in behavioral health
• Experience in diversity of human behavior and knowledge of ethical and legal issues in the helping professions and commitment to culturally informed and inclusive practices
• Ability to provide effective feedback and receive constructive criticism, as well as participate in coaching/mentoring
• Embrace change in a dynamic setting
• Organization, prioritization and time management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships in a diverse work environment
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office programs, the student learning management system (D2L), and other software products as necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Master's degree or higher in one of the following disciplines: Applied behavioral analysis, addiction counseling, mental health/mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, healthcare administration/management, public administration, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, community psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, personality psychology, school psychology, domestic violence, career and academic counseling, family relations, family ecology, gerontology.
• A minimum of two years (4,000 hours verified) clinical experience.
• Clear demonstration and experience teaching in high school, college, OR experience in providing training/psychoeducation in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in one of following disciplines: Applied behavioral analysis, addiction counseling, mental health/mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, healthcare administration/management, public administration, psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, community psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, personality psychology, school psychology, domestic violence, career and academic counseling, family relations, family ecology, gerontology.

Licensure/Certification

• The following licensures/certifications are preferred: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Licensed Clinical Practice Counselors, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Applied Behavioral Analyst (ABA), or Psychologist
• Applicant with earned certificate in one of the following: BHA II, EMT, EAMT and Paramedic with occupational/industry hours in the field

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under “student’s right to learn”: CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.

Additional Information/Benefits

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.