Human Services Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School.

Work Hours:
Day, evening and/or Saturday classes. Specifically hiring for evening and Saturday day virtual, synchronous classes

Job Description:

Program Operations:

• Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes

• Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements

• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook

• Submits requested information within established timelines

• Maintain student office hours outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance

• Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program chair to resolve issues

Instruction:

Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, Zoom, Teams, Microsoft 365, Google Office Suite, Book Publisher etc. as appropriate. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM Number 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.
A qualified faculty member in human services meets all three of the following criteria:
1) Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in a human services field (social work, human services and counseling, addiction counseling, public health (community health, education), counseling psychology).
2) Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program; and
3) Has one of the following:

• Professional certification or licensure in the field;

• or 2 years of directly post-master’s degree related work experience.

Professional knowledge and experience skills in the following areas:

• Prior experience teaching at a community college and experience with internship/externship courses. (minimum two years)

• Minimum of 2 years mental health and substance use disorder clinical experience

• Minimum of 2 years case management, client care coordination experience

• Public health frameworks and advocacy

• Experience with learning management systems, preferably Canvas

• Experience teaching human services courses with synchronous components

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with online or hybrid teaching environments

• Record of scholarship, research, or clinical practice beyond minimum requirements

• Experience in developing and maintaining internship partnerships

Licensure/Certification:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC), Licensed Clinical Addiction and Drug Counselor (LCADC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Attach a cover letter, resume, and 3 references (names, address, phone number, email address). Copies of transcripts may be required at time of interview. To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

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Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.