[Hiring] Adjunct Faculty - Counseling Practicum @Grand Canyon University

Role Description

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at GCU is home to dedicated faculty and leaders who are deeply committed to inspiring and guiding students. Our faculty are dynamic mentors, devoted to fostering academic, spiritual, and personal growth in every student they serve. If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact and help others discover their purpose, consider joining our mission by becoming an instructor at GCU. The College offers fulfilling opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, remotely.

Course: Counseling Practicum

• Clinical training is completed under the supervision of an approved clinical site supervisor and a faculty supervisor.
• Counselors-in-Training (CITs) build, refine, and apply counseling skills in real client settings while integrating program competencies.
• The faculty supervisor provides oversight of students’ clinical training and documentation.
• Facilitates required synchronous group supervision.
• Supports students in meeting established hour requirements (including individual supervision and direct client contact) and complying with program and applicable state licensure expectations.

Other Courses Will Include: Counseling Practicum II, Counseling Internship I, Counseling Internship II, & Counseling Internship III

What You Will Do:

• Candidates must be available for a committed 44 weeks on either Mondays or Thursdays (their choice) for a weekly zoom call from 4:00 - 5:30 pm AZ time. These days and times are non-negotiable.
• Instructors take students from Practicum through Internship I and Internship II for a total of 44 weeks.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Counselor Education.
• Independent licensure in counseling or a closely related field (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCPC, or equivalent).
• OR Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or related counseling degree AND 5 years work experience as an Independent Licensed Counselor.
• Relevant training for in-person and/or distance counseling supervision.
• Relevant training in the technology utilized for supervision.
• Maintain an active membership in a recognized counseling association.
• Show evidence of experience in one or more of the following areas: counseling advocacy; research or other scholarly work; at least two years of clinical practice; or counselor education.

Requirements

• Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:
• Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees.
• Any applicable licenses/certifications.

Benefits

• Tuition benefits for the adjunct employee and dependents.
• 401(k).
• Employee Perks and Discounts.