Master of Psychology Health and Wellness Adjunct Faculty

Job Description

Job Description

The Adjunct Faculty Member in Health & Wellness is a pivotal contributor to our dynamic department, operating under the supervision of the Program Director. This role is centered on academic responsibilities, which encompass crafting course syllabi, delivering approved curricula on campus, and ensuring the seamless integration of theory, research, and practice grounded in best practices within one or more of the concentrations, including Health and Wellness, Human Resources, and Gender and Sexuality. Their dedication to enhancing course content and fostering a rich learning environment is essential, along with serving on thesis committees and acting as a faculty reader for capstone projects. With a focus on promoting social justice and effectively mentoring graduate students, the Adjunct Faculty Member is vital in fulfilling our mission of preparing socially responsible practitioners in areas of Health and Wellness.

Education / Experience :

• An earned terminal doctoral degree Psychology from an accredited university or a related discipline is preferred.
• At least one to two (1-2) years’ experience in university / college level teaching preferred.
• Experience in course designing, developing, and implementing training materials
• Have a strong command of presentation software(s) and technology

Certifications / Licenses :

K / S / A

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Work Environment (Physical Demands) : The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands : some lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Universal Core Behaviors :

Communication :

Teamwork and Collaboration :

Responsive to Change :

Quality-Driven and Accountable :

Support of Vision, Mission, Values, Key Strategies :

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