[Hiring] Adjunct Faculty, Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy @Chaminade University Of Honolulu

Role Description

The responsibilities of this position comprise of teaching select courses within the Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy (DMFT) program as an Adjunct Faculty member. The DMFT is an advanced clinical degree that is delivered online (synchronously and asynchronously) following a practitioner-scholar oriented model and focused on applied skill development for use in clinical practice, supervision, academia, and administration. The post holder is expected to perform all duties professionally, remain current in the discipline and pedagogy, and ethically support the policies and mission of the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches select courses, no more than one course per 10-week term in the DMFT program depending upon course availability and adjunct member ability.
• Prepare course material.
• Provide feedback and assessment of student performance.
• Maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field of DMFT and incorporate new knowledge into the curriculum as appropriate.
• Attend departmental meetings and participate in faculty development activities as required.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related/intersecting discipline.
• Five years related experience (i.e. clinical, teaching, research, advocacy, program development, or assessment).
• License or professional credential in relevant discipline.

Requirements

• Areas of specialization in one or more of the following:
  • MFT Clinical Research/Outcome & Process Research.
  • Clinical/Mental Healthcare Program Development and/or Program Evaluation.
  • Medical Family Therapy.
  • Native Hawaiian and/or Indigenous Healing Practices related to Marriage and Family Therapy practice.
  • Healthcare Policy and Advocacy (family-focused).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment.
• Familiarity with educational technology and ability to use it to enhance student learning.
• Organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Dedication to providing high-quality education to students.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
• High integrity and ethical standards.

Physical Requirements

• Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.
• Must have finger dexterity.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

Other Requirements

• This is a part-time, exempt position. Nineteen hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.
• Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University.
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed.
• An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.
• Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.