Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services

  • 510277
  • Dallas, Texas, United States
  • Adjunct

Title: Adjunct Instructor: Counseling and Human Services

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Human Services

Department: DAL-Counseling & Human Services-518100

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $3,500

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Counseling Program at UNT Dallas cultivates skilled practitioners dedicated to fostering wellness across diverse populations, from children to adults, families to communities, both locally and globally. Through two CACREP-accredited master's tracks in school counseling and mental health counseling, students develop into culturally-responsive change agents under the guidance of experienced faculty who bring rich backgrounds in clinical practice and research. Our program emphasizes hands-on experiential learning alongside evidence-based practices, providing students with authentic training experiences. Graduates emerge as passionate leaders and diversity advocates, well-prepared to make meaningful impacts in the communities they serve.

Position Overview

Qualified individuals are being sought to establish a pool of readily available talented persons from which these vacancies are filled as they occur. The adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching masters-level counseling graduate courses face to face, in hybrid and online formats using Canvas. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about teaching and student success.

POSITIONS:

UNT Dallas is hiring for a variety of Counseling and School classes as we begin to further grow our programs, which may include the following positions to begin, Fall 2024 semester.

  • Group Counseling
  • Family Counseling Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Professional School Counseling Practicum in School Counseling Career Counseling.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Counselor Education or closely related field from a CACREP-accredited university.
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with minimum two years of experience or equivalent counseling licensure Demonstrated. teaching excellence in graduate instruction or professional development training Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with online and hybrid teaching modalities.


The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in counselor education, a commitment to clinical excellence, and the ability to effectively engage graduate learners across multiple instructional formats. Experience with Canvas learning management system is beneficial.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

SPECIALIZED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • School Counseling Positions:
  • Texas School Counselor Certification
  • Minimum 3 years of school counseling experience
  • School counseling supervision experience
  • Working knowledge of Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements
  • Active membership in state and national school counseling organizations

Clinical Mental Health Positions:

  • Demonstrated experience in group counseling and family systems.
  • Strong teaching background with diverse populations.
  • Experience working in culturally diverse academic settings.
  • Knowledge of CACREP standards and requirements.
  • Active membership in state and national professional counseling organizations.

Preferred for All Positions:

  • Bilingual skills
  • Experience working with diverse student populations.
  • Demonstrated commitment to multicultural competency.
  • Experience in culturally responsive teaching practices.
  • Active engagement in professional counseling communities.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

N/A

Work Schedule:

As required to meet the academic schedule.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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