Course Developer Pre-Practicum in Counseling I & II

Sonoran University of Health Sciences shapes a healthier future by supporting students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals by enhancing the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities and by discovering effective treatments for humanity grounded in the healing power of nature. Our vision is a world that embraces the healing power of nature. Located in Tempe Arizona the overall environment is vibrant and dynamic with passionate students staff and faculty.

As a private institution Sonoran University is dedicated to fostering a supportive inclusive community for all. Sonoran community members embody and promoteinclusive excellence (IE*). This includes a commitment to respecting diverse perspectives and continually advancing your understanding and practices around equity belonging and support for all students employees patients and our greater community. You will contribute to a campus culture that embraces our core values.

The School of Mental Health at Sonoran University of Health Sciences has launched a new Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) program and is actively seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assist in the development of the 6-week 2.5 credit online course Pre-Practicum in Counseling I and the 6-week 2.5 credit course Pre-Practicum in Counseling II.

These courses are offered sequentially in the seventh quarter of the MSCMHC program currently.

Preference will be given to applicants who are interested and qualified to teach these courses following development.

Pre-Practicum in Counseling I and II are experiential and skills-based providing students with structured opportunities to learn and demonstrate foundational counseling skills and techniques essential to professional Pre-Practicum in Counseling I students develop competencies in areas such as establishing rapport conducting counseling interviews paraphrasing using open-ended questions summarizing and demonstrating accurate empathy. Pre-Practicum in Counseling II introduces more advanced counseling skills including immediacy interpretation reframing self-disclosure challenge and transference/countertransference.

Subject Matter Experts within the School of Mental Health are critical to the success of Sonoran Universitys online programs. They are responsible for leveraging their subject matter expertise to create current and relevant course content and engaging learning experiences. Subject Matter Experts receive supervision and guidance from the dean and/or Program Director along with instructional design support from Sonoran Universitys Instructional Support Team. The course development process in the School of Mental Health is a team effort. Subject Matter Experts are responsible for developing course content and the Instructional Support Team incorporates that content into Canvas Sonoran Universitys Learning Management System.

Please note:Course description objectives and select course level assessment plans that align with CACREP standards KPIs Program Objectives and/or Professional Dispositions have already been proposed for all program courses and therefore do not need to be developed by Subject Matter Experts. However Subject Matter Experts are invited to recommend updates upon initiating course development.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in and passion for the course subject area possess online classroom experience prior clinical practice experience demonstrate experience with course curriculum development and assessment and for those candidates wishing to teach the course after development a passion for teaching.

NOTE: Subject Matter Experts looking to continue as the lead faculty (Adjunct or Full-Time) for the course they develop will need to meet qualifications for faculty including having a doctoral degree in counselor education; preferably with an emphasis or focus on clinical mental health counseling and preferably from a CACREP-accredited program.

Candidates for faculty positions will also be considered if they have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1 2013 OR have been employed as a full-time doctoral-level faculty member in a CORE-accredited masters program prior to July 1 2017 OR have graduated from a rehabilitation doctoral program prior to January 1 2018.

Course developers/SMEs are expected to have a personal computer with internet access and virus protection. Sonoran University provides a Sonoran University email account and password protected access to faculty sections of the LMS and website and additional faculty resources and tools.

This position is remote/online. Subject to extensive periods of sitting keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse. Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Frequent communication with internal and external individuals is required to perform essential functions.

All employees at Sonoran University undergo a background and drug screen prior to hire. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of all screens required of this position. All applicants must show documentation of vaccinations or provide titer results for measles. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of all screens required of this position.

Sonoran University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race color religion gender national origin age disability or any other legally protected status.

Sonoran University is a Smoke-Free campus.

*Inclusive Excellence is the standard set by an organization to intentionally integrate diversity inclusion and equity into its organizational pursuit of excellence.

About Sonoran University:

Sonoran University of Health Sciences is a non-profit and internationally recognized higher education institution dedicated to shaping a healthier future. Guided by our mission to support students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals enhance the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities and discover effective treatments grounded in the healing power of nature. We uphold our core values: We shape the future we love we achieve excellence we are resilient and we do the right thing.

The Universitys College of Naturopathic Medicine College of Nutrition and School of Mental Health offer evidence-based programs designed to shape a healthier tomorrow by preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To serve the Universitys mission the Sage Foundation for Health supports several Community Clinics focused on providing free naturopathic medical care to local underserved communities within the Phoenix Metro area. The College of Nutritions Virtual Center for Personalized Nutrition aims to eliminate traditional barriers to nutritional care by providing personalized and evidence-based care delivered at no cost via telehealth.

The Ric Scalzo Institute for Botanical Research is a state-of-the-art molecular biology/phytochemistry laboratory seeks to improve therapies for global health concerns by exploring traditional medicine at the cellular molecular and cultural level to create novel botanical solutions that support people plants and planet.

The Universitys Clinical Care branch operates two open-to-the-public clinics at the Tempe Campus. The Medical Center provides naturopathic healthcare for a wide range of patients including but not limited to; family medicine nutrition and digestive health mental health and well-being dermatologic conditions endocrine and auto-immune concerns and acute symptoms. The Neil Riordan Center for Regenerative Medicine focuses on non-opioid solutions to pain and pain management utilizing treatments ranging from cupping and acupuncture to regenerative injection therapies. The Medicinary is the largest natural pharmacy in Arizona offering an expansive collection of the highest quality professional-grade supplements herbs and natural health products. Every purchase made at the Medicinary helps support the Sage Foundation and its mission to provide free healthcare to those in need.

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Benefits:

At Sonoran University we achieve excellence and shape the future by fostering a workplace where you can thrive and grow!

Our benefits go above and beyond to support your health happiness and lifestyle.
Qualifying employees enjoy comprehensive medical dental and vision plans vacation time 12 paid holidays a 401(k) plan with a discretionary match and employer-sponsored life AD&D and long-term disability coverage.
Every team member benefits from paid sick time and exclusive perks like free office visits at our Medical Center and Neil Riordan Center plus discounts at the largest medicinary in the Southwest with shipping available!
Enjoy a delicious meal our onsite café or unwind in our fully equipped employee breakroom with a full kitchen coffee and new snacks every month.

Prioritize your wellness with free personalized nutritional care a yoga studio a fitness center and covered parking.
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