Instructor of Substance Abuse Counseling

3 weeks ago


Joliet, United States University of St Francis, IL Full time

Job Title Instructor of Substance Abuse Counseling Position Number 003168-00 Department Psychology - Joliet, IL Job Grade Position Summary

The University of St. Francis, a Catholic, Franciscan institution located southwest of Chicago in Joliet, Illinois, invites applications for a half-time instructor position in Substance Abuse Counseling to begin in August 2024. Health benefits are available with this position.

This is a renewable, non-tenure-track position for nine months each year, from August through May; responsible for field practicum and teaching a maximum of 15 credit hours per academic year.

Students in this program are undergraduates majoring in substance abuse counseling.

The University of St. Francis is a welcoming community of learners committed to enhancing diversity and equity.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Position responsibilities and duties may include, but may not be limited to, the following:

* Arranging for and supervising field placements for students majoring in Substance Abuse Counseling (i.e., teaching one Field Practicum Supervision Seminar per semester, which requires developing a field practicum manual and keeping it updated, and building and maintaining a stable network of practicum sites);
* Coordinating the Substance Abuse Counseling Program - duties include locating and managing relationships with field placements/practicum sites, assisting students in obtaining placements, evaluating student performance on practicum, and teaching the required Field Practicum Supervision Seminars, as well as other classes as needed; and
* Such courses may include but not be limited to teaching the Capstone Experience in Case Conceptualization, Ethics in Addiction Counseling, Advanced Techniques in Substance Abuse Treatment and/or Psychopharmacology for Addiction Counselors.

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work (M.S.W.) and CADC certification in Illinois;

* Ability to teach at the undergraduate level and commitment to undergraduate education;
* Willingness to uphold and fulfill the mission, vision, values, and traditions of the University of St. Francis; and
* Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Preferred Requirements

* Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology; Ph.D. in Social Work or related field;
* Appropriate licensure (L.C.P.C. or L.C.S.W.) in Illinois;
* Field/practice experience working with clients in the field of substance abuse counseling and

treatment; and/or

* Evidence of effective teaching at university level.

Hours/Shift/Work Schedule

Courses are three credit hours each, to be held either once per week for 2 hours and 45 minutes in the afternoon or evening; or twice per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays (75 minutes per class meeting); or three times per week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (50 minutes per class meeting).

All courses are face-to-face with online support (using Canvas as our learning management system).

Physical Requirements of Position

Work is performed in classroom and office settings with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FP0682-16 Open Date 03/04/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes



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