Adjunct, Mental Health & Addiction Counseling TDCJ

Alvin College•Varies: Alvin College/Online/Various Service Area School Districts/TX Dept of Criminal Justice, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part-Time Faculty Pool for available assignments during the academic year. The AC-TDCJ Program offers a variety of academic and technical correctional education programs to TDCJ offenders. This is an instructional position within a correctional environment teaching an all-male offender population. Offenders are required to meet academic and security requirements for enrollment consideration.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services area (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Services, Addictions Counseling, or Mental Health)
Current licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licenses Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
3 years non-teaching work experience in the field.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.
Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
Candidates must pass a criminal background check by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ).

Nice To Haves

College level teaching experience
Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system
Bilingual English/Spanish
Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.

Responsibilities

Teach freshman- and sophomore-level Mental Health courses within assigned TDCJ facilities.
Prepare course syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments in accordance with College standards.
Deliver engaging instruction using appropriate teaching methods and educational resources.
Assess student learning, provide timely feedback, and maintain required academic records and reports.
Advise and support students regarding academic progress and connect them with appropriate resources.
Utilize available technology to support instruction, communication, recordkeeping, and reporting.
Participate in curriculum and program assessment, student retention efforts, institutional meetings, and professional development.
Complete required 7 hour TDCJ Pre-Service and annual In-Service security training and comply with applicable facility requirements.
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, College administration, and TDCJ personnel.
Adhere to College policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.