Adjunct Faculty, Doctorate Marriage and Family Therapy Programs

Salary Range:

$1,200 (Ph.D/Doctorate) per credit hour

Chaminade University of Honolulu

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

Position Information

Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy

Department:
School of Education and Behavior Sciences

Exempt, Part time

Position Summary

The responsibilities of this position comprise of teaching select courses within the Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy (DMFT) program 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, is expected to remain current in the discipline and pedagogy and ethically support the policies and mission of the University.

Reports to

Direct Report to:
This position reports to the Program Director of the Doctorate of Marriage and Family Therapy Program.

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

Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Education and Experience

Minimum

• 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

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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
• Familiarity with educational technology and ability to use it to enhance student learning
• 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…