Adjunct Faculty Counselling Psychology Art Therapy

Adler Universitys Vancouver Campus seeks a qualified instructor to teach in the Counselling Psychology: Art Therapy masters program. The ideal candidate will hold both counselling and art therapy designationspossessrecent clinical and teaching experience anddemonstratesa strong commitment toAdlerian Principles ofdiversity equity and social justice in education and practice.

Education and Professional Credentials

• Masters degree in art therapyandcounselling psychology(or equivalent).
• Registered Art Therapist (RCAT or equivalent) with active registration and practice within the last five years.
• Registered or eligible for registration with a recognized counselling association (e.g. BCACC CCPA).
• For courses with clinical content: eligibility for registration/licensure as a psychologist with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia is an asset.
• Minimum of one year of graduate-level teaching experience.
• Specialized training in curriculum design development and implementation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of studio art materials their safe and effective use and the ability tofacilitateart-making processes in a therapeutic context.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Expressive Therapies Continuum (ETC) and its application in clinical art therapy practice and education.
• Demonstrate a strong record and aptitude of graduate-level teaching.
• A commitment to building a diverse community.
• Exemplify the scholar-practitioner training model in terms of curriculum design and/or delivery.
• Demonstrated sensitivity knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic gender identity sexual orientation culturaldisability and ethnic backgrounds of groups historically underrepresented and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
• Strongproficiencyin community-engaged scholarship and other professional activities related to public policy and/or public administration.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate effectively with students faculty and professional staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to socially responsible practice social justice issues and diversity.
• Ability to consistentlyidentifyopportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observations.
• Strong demonstration of alignment with Adlers mission and vision.
• Strong critical thinking problem-solving and visioning.
• Ability to proactivelyidentifychallenges and barriers tostatedobjectivesand employassistancein addressing these.
• Collaborative work ethic.
• Demonstration of Emotional Intelligence and professionalism.
• Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Strong research acumen and abilities.
• Strong communicationskillsincluding written oral and listening.

Teaching and Curriculum

• Teach assigned courses in the Counselling Psychology: Art Therapy program ensuring clear and effective communication of subject matter.
• Develop review and update curriculum to align with current standards in both art therapy and counsellingin accordance withCanadian Art Therapy Association (CATA) educational standards and the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB) educational requirements.
• Ensure course content covers required areas: history and theory of art therapy techniques of practice application with diverse populations assessment ethics professional practice research methods and integration of art-based and counselling approaches.
• Incorporate experiential learning group work and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Support students in developing both clinical and creative competencies includingfacilitatingpersonal and professional growth through supervision and mentorship.

Program and Faculty Engagement

• Participate in program and departmental meetings curriculum development assessment of student learning outcomes and program review.
• Engage in research special projects and professional activities asappropriate.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional development through conference participation research publishing and involvement in professional organizations.
• Attend to administrative responsibilities such as grading reporting andmaintainingrecordsin a timely manner.
• Equity Diversity and Inclusion
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that respects and values diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and colleagues from underrepresented and marginalized groups.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Adler University is committed to the principle of equal employment and advancement opportunity for all employees and potential employees along with a discrimination and harassment - free workplace environment. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code including sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression racialization disability political belief religion marital or family status age and/or status as a First Nation Metis Inuit or Indigenous person