Adjunct Faculty Pool – Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program

The University of Redlands•Redlands, CA

About The Position

The University of Redlands’ Department of Counseling and Human Services, within the School of Education, is building an adjunct faculty pool to support its Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program. Adjunct faculty may teach graduate-level CMHC courses, primarily in person, with a limited number of online offerings. Assignments may be scheduled during daytime or evening hours. The department seeks experienced mental health professionals, counselor educators, and counseling leaders who can help prepare ethical, culturally responsive counselors to serve diverse communities. Instructors facilitate learning that integrates counseling theory, research, ethics, and professional practice; support students’ professional competencies and identity development; assess learning and provide feedback; use educational technology and learning management systems; and maintain communication that contributes to a supportive learning environment. Faculty may also collaborate on curriculum development, accreditation, and continuous improvement, and support preparation for practicum and internship experiences. Instructional needs span clinical mental health counseling, counseling theory and skills, diagnosis and assessment, crisis and trauma-informed care, lifespan development, group and multicultural counseling, career development, substance use and recovery, marriage and family counseling, ethics, research and evaluation, community mental health, children and adolescents, integrated behavioral health, fieldwork seminars, and clinical supervision. The role is part-time and short-term, with an hourly salary range of $21.18–$23.82, depending on qualifications and other factors. Applicants must complete a satisfactory background check. A valid driver’s license is required only for positions that require one.

Requirements

Earned master's degree or doctorate in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Education, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related field.
Licensure or professional credentials appropriate to the field, such as LPCC, LMFT, LCSW, Licensed Psychologist, or closely related professional qualifications.
At least three years of professional counseling experience.
Experience working with diverse populations.
Demonstrated understanding of ethical, legal, and professional standards in counseling practice.
Experience utilizing educational technologies and learning management systems.
Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, mentoring, supervising, or training emerging counseling professionals.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching at the graduate or university level.
Experience teaching in both face-to-face and online learning environments.
Current or recent professional practice in clinical mental health counseling.
Experience supervising practicum students, interns, associate therapists, or counseling professionals.
Experience working in community mental health agencies, behavioral health organizations, hospitals, educational settings, private practice, or integrated care environments.
Familiarity with accreditation standards and counselor training programs.
Expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis response, substance abuse treatment, community mental health, or integrated behavioral health.
Experience supporting underserved and historically marginalized populations.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level Clinical Mental Health Counseling courses in primarily in-person formats, with some online instruction.
Teach courses scheduled during daytime and evening hours.
Facilitate engaging learning experiences integrating counseling theory, research, ethics, and professional practice.
Support students in developing competencies required for professional counseling practice.
Use educational technologies and learning management systems to support instruction.
Assess student learning and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
Collaborate with program faculty on curriculum development, accreditation, and continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain regular communication with students and contribute to a supportive learning environment.
Support students in practicum and internship preparation and professional identity development.
Participate in program discussions and faculty collaboration as appropriate.