Adjunct Faculty - PsyD Clinical Forensic - Anaheim Campus

Position Summary

The Forensic Psychology Department at The Chicago School, Anaheim Campus is seeking adjunct professors to teach in the M.A. Forensic Psychology:
Professional Counselor Licensure Track and Psy.

D. in Clinical Forensic Psychology programs. Teaching opportunities are available in Fall (August – December), Spring (January – April), and Summer (May – June) semesters. Courses are taught in an on-ground/blended modality, with in-person sessions every other weekend and asynchronous activities on Canvas.

• Broad and general counseling/clinical skills, techniques, and theories (e.g. Clinical and Diagnostic Interviewing, Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Psychopathology, etc.)
• Specialized/advanced counseling/clinical theories and skills (e.g. Trauma and Crisis Intervention, Family Systems and Family Therapy, Group Therapy, etc.)
• Social/Cognitive/Biological Bases of Behavior, Psychopharmacology
• Forensic-specific domains (e.g. Mental Health Law, Introduction to Forensic Psychology, Forensic Documentation/Report Writing/Testifying, Violence Risk Assessment, etc.)
• Assessment (e.g. Assessment in Counseling, Intellectual/Personality/Project Assessment, etc.)
• Research and statistics

• Active participation in on-ground lectures and asynchronous online activities.
• Creation of lecture materials and classroom activities according to a provided syllabus.
• Active participation in discussion forums and other asynchronous activities.
• Timely grading of assignments and providing quality feedback.
• Availability outside of regular class meetings to address student questions and concerns.
• Maintain communication with department administration and faculty.

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from a regionally accredited program, emphasis in Forensic Psychology preferred.
• Preference for candidates licensed in California or license eligible.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Professional experience in area of expertise or course content.
• Commitment to academic excellence, service to the community, research, and diversity.

• Generous paid time-off
• Medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development
• Regular employee appreciation events

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.