Adjunct Instructor - Counseling and Behavioral Health, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, which is housed in the Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health, is looking for one to three adjunct instructors for the fall 2024 (August – December 2024) term.

The position reports to the Counseling Program Director. Hiring is on a single semester basis dependent on program needs.

Professional responsibilities of a part-time adjunct instructor include but are not limited to teaching, preparing appropriate course materials, availability for student meetings, and maintaining a professional educational environment. A syllabus that includes required course content provided by the program must be developed outlining all policies and aspects of the course(s). Curriculum responsibilities include assisting with designing, developing, writing, and revising course curricula and syllabi, assisting with insuring intellectual integrity of curriculum and syllabi, and ensuring that all courses taught follow standard syllabus format. Part-time instructors are required to participate in university, school, department, and program evaluations of teaching effectiveness, including OMETs and peer review, and to maintain regular communication with the Program Director.

Course Info:

COUN 2748 - Evidence Based Practice and Research Methods in Counseling

In addition to finding an instructor to teach this specific course, the Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health is looking to expand and develop relationships with adjunct instructors to take on a wider range of teaching and other faculty duties. Such opportunities may include participating in the student admissions process, serving as an examiner for our clinical capstone examinations, opportunities to teach additional courses in the future including in our planned hybrid (combined online and in-person program), assisting with the clinical immersion trainings as part of the hybrid program, or other opportunities as they emerge.

Requirements:

• Minimum of Masters degree in Counseling, Psychology or a related field, Doctoral degree preferred.

• Active certification and professional licenses as applicable per individual’s certification and licensure

• Indication of knowledge of teaching and learning process as evidenced by educational program or experience teaching.

• Priority will be given to individuals qualified to teach several courses, however all applicants are encouraged to apply.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

Apply at join.pitt.edu; requisition #24002185.

Apply at Join.pitt.edu; requisition 24002185. Please include CV and cover letter.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.