Human Services Adjunct

Human Services Adjunct Faculty

Olympic College seeks adjunct faculty to teach Human Services courses at the associate‑ and bachelor‑level. Eligible courses include Introduction to Addictive Drugs, Relapse Prevention, Family Counseling, Group Counseling, Individual Counseling, Co‑occurring Disorders, Case Management, Adolescent Addiction, Behavioral Healthcare in Primary Care, Neurobiology, and Treatment of Mental Health Disorders.

• Teach Human Services courses in accordance with the college catalog, schedule, and departmental guidelines.
• Provide quality teaching, including preparation, instruction, and grading.
• Distribute class syllabi to enrolled students and the division office as requested.
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required forms.
• Communicate regularly, substantively, and timely with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

• Master’s degree in an accredited program of Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.
• Current Substance Use Disorder Professional credential (SUDP) in Washington State.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• College teaching experience.
• Recent experience in a treatment setting; preference for candidates able to teach Introduction to Addictive Drugs, Case Management, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Adolescent Addiction, Relapse Prevention, and Co‑Occurring Disorders.
• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) credential.
• Ph.D. in a related field.
• Availability to teach during the day, between 9 am–5 pm, one day per week.
• Comfortable with, or willing to learn, the online learning management system Canvas.

• Effectively teach and inspire enthusiasm in students.
• Demonstrate a commitment to students with diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience.
• Use a variety of instructional methods to ensure student success.
• Act as a team player.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with students and other professionals.
• Appropriately incorporate technology in the delivery of services.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Uphold Olympic College’s values, ethics, and a positive climate.
• Show a clear understanding of and commitment to the college's mission, diversity, and a learning‑centered environment.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with colleagues, staff, and students.
• Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan
• Sick leave
• Aflac coverage
• Space‑available tuition waiver
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center access
• Reduced‑rate and priority consideration for on‑site childcare on a space‑available basis
• Other benefits may become available after achieving a 50% full‑time equivalent load for two consecutive quarters.

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. The college provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.