Adjunct Professor - California School of Professional Psychology
Adjunct Professor - California School of Professional Psychology
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Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas:Education for Professional Practice Scholarship Multicultural and International Competence and Community University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship applied training and research and community service particularly to underserved its Mission the Universitys goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social competencies of the Universitys training programs include cultural diversity which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students faculty.
Our Mission:
Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.
Our Vision:
An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.
The psychology school continues its commitment to preparing the next generation of mental health professionals and advocates. Our dedication to ensuring every communitys access to quality mental health care extends from integrated care to inclusive family therapy and our psychology students and alumni begin making an impact in the communities they serve from the moment they set foot in our classrooms.
Adjunct professor in the following program/course:
Specific Courses:
Spring 2025 (Jan 13 2025 May 4 2025)
Issues in Chemical Dependency and Treatment (2 units)
This course provides an overview of the treatment of problematic substance use specifically and of the treatment and prevention of problematic addictive behavior generally. This course must meet the requirements for chemical dependency education as established by California mental health licensing laws. The course should provide introductory level of information on the following state-required topics:
1. The definition of alcoholism and other chemical dependency and the evaluation of the user.
2. Current theories of and research on the etiology of substance abuse and addiction.
3. Physiological and medical aspects and effects of drug and alcohol abuse.
4. Psychopharmacology and the interaction of various classes of drugs including alcohol.
5. Diagnosing and differentiating alcohol and other substance abuse problems in patients referred for other clinical symptoms such as depression anxiety psychosis and impotence.
6. Populations that are at risk with regard to substance abuse.
7. Cultural and ethnic considerations in chemical dependency.
8. Prenatal effects.
9. Adolescent substance abuse.
10. Implications for the geriatric population.
11. Iatrogenic dependency.
12. Major treatment approaches to alcoholism and chemical dependency including research and
application.
13. The role of persons and systems which support or compound abuse.
14. Family issues which include treatment approaches with families of alcoholics and/or substance
abusers.
15. The process of referring affected persons.
16. Community resources offering assessment treatment and follow-up for the abuser and family.
17. Ethical and legal issues for clinical practice.
18. Prevention of substance abuse
Position Summary:
Adjunct Faculty are scholars and professionals who teach in their area(s) of specialization and expertise. The primary affiliation of adjunct faculty is not with the university.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Facilitating Classroom Learning.
Course and syllabus preparation.
Class curriculum coordination and planning. Assessment and evaluation of learners.
Mentoring and advising students.
Holding office hours and meeting with students.
Research/scholarship mentoring and supervision.
Skills:
Proficient computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve. The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms.
The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and students and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines.
The drive to encourage direct hold accountable and guide candidates toward task completion.
Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and Alliant employees as well as the Registrars Office and various academic departments.
Culturally humble and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people. Highly motivated focused and results oriented.
Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions and to maintain confidentiality. Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support candidate success.
Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
Starting Salary: $36 hourly.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Doctoral degree in Psychology (PsyD or PhD) from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Appropriate experience in the areas(s) of specialization and expertise.
This is an on-ground in-person program.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Direct Reports: Possible student teaching assistant.
Indirect Reports: None.
Office Location: On Campus.
Work Hours: Standard office hours occasional evenings or weekends may be required depending upon course schedule.
Travel: None.
Background Check Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position.
Additional Information:
Anti-Discrimination Policy: Alliant International University prohibits unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation in its educational programs services and activities and in employment practices including but not limited to internal promotions training opportunities for advancement terminations relationships with outside vendors use of contractors and consultants and in its admission or access thereto on the basis of race ethnicity national origin or descent color creed religion sex age marital status disability (including physical disease psychiatric or psychological disability) medical condition pregnancy veteran status sexual orientation gender identification or expression hair style or texture associated with race or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Alliant International University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women people of color people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs services and activities consistent with applicable federal state and local laws regulations and orders.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources ator .
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requires that we provide you with this Notice at Collection for California Employees and Applicants.This notice is about the collection and use of your personal encourage you to read this notice carefully.
Governing legislation: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 the Civil Rights Act of 1991 Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 the regulations implementing these statutes and applicable federal and California law.
Alliant International University is a smoke and tobacco free environment.
Company:Alliant International University Inc.
Country:United States of America
State/Region:California
City: San Diego
Postal Code:92131
Job ID:274942
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Intern
