Adjunct

Job Description

Job Description

Sonoran University of Health Sciences shapes a healthier future by supporting students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals, by enhancing the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities, and by discovering effective treatments for humanity grounded in the healing power of nature. Our vision is a world that embraces the healing power of nature. Located in Tempe, Arizona, the overall environment is vibrant and dynamic, with passionate students, staff, and faculty.

As a private institution, Sonoran University is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive community for all. Sonoran community members embody and promote inclusive excellence (IE*). This includes a commitment to respecting diverse perspectives and continually advancing your understanding and practices around equity, belonging, and support for all students, employees, patients, and our greater community. You will contribute to a campus culture that embraces our core values.

The School of Mental Health at Sonoran University of Health Sciences invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty pool to support instruction within the CACREP-aligned curriculum of the online Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) program. Qualified candidates will be considered on an as-needed basis to teach graduate-level courses and contribute to the academic and professional development of counseling students.

Adjunct faculty within the School of Mental Health are critical to the success of Sonoran University’s online programs. They are responsible to supporting the efforts of the School of Mental Health and the Academic Affairs department to improve educational outcomes, foster student success, and facilitate student persistence and retention by creating a positive and supportive educational environment.

Adjunct faculty facilitate learning for Sonoran University’s online students through timely and effective instruction, assessment, and communications and are responsible for improving educational effectiveness and supporting programmatic and course curricula. Adjunct faculty are assigned courses aligned with their expertise that are taught using Canvas, Sonoran University’s online Learning Management System (LMS). Adjunct faculty are responsible for interaction with students within that LMS.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in, and passion for their subject area(s), prior online teaching experience, and the ability to effectively communicate with students. Responsibilities of this position include teaching one or more course sections, delivering current and relevant content, and demonstrating student learning. Adjunct faculty are active members of the Sonoran University community promoting its mission, vision, and core values. Adjunct faculty will receive supervision, support, and guidance from the Program Director of the Clinical Mental Health Program and the Associate Vice President of Program Innovation and Dean of the College of Nutrition and School of Mental Health.

Primary teaching responsibilities include:

1. Deliver expert knowledge in course subject area.
2. Teach assigned courses in accordance with current syllabi and learning outcomes.
3. Lead weekly live sessions and/or Virtual Grand Rounds in accordance with course syllabus.
4. Initiate, facilitate, interact, and moderate online classroom forums.
5. Use innovative teaching and learning strategies and methods.
6. Conduct regular assessment of students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes.
7. Provide responses to student inquiries within 24 hours.
8. Engage in the online course portal a minimum of 4 times per week.
9. Host virtual office hours.
10. Remain current in academic discipline(s)
11. Ensure course content remains current, accurate, and relevant.
12. With approval of the dean, update course content appropriately
13. Continuously improving teaching and learning based on assessment results and implementation of pedagogical best practices.
14. Submit feedback and student grades in a timely manner.

Other responsibilities:

1. Serve as a mentor and role model to students.
2. Work collaboratively as part of the academic team and college community.
3. Keep abreast of developments in one’s own field by reading current literature, engaging colleges, participating in professional organizations, tradeshows, and/or conferences.
4. Promoting Sonoran University’s vision, mission, and core values internally and to external constituencies
5. Provide timely response to communications by program leadership, preferably within 24 hours.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Experience expectations:

1. At least three years of counseling practice is required.
2. Experience providing supervision of counseling students.
3. Licensed or license eligible in the state of Arizona as an LPC within a year is preferred.
4. Experience with telehealth/telemedicine is preferred.
5. The ability to teach a variety of courses across the curriculum is valued.
6. Commitment to the highest level of academic and personal integrity, high academic standards, diversity and intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary and experiential learning, and continued professional development are essential.
7. Outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community.
8. Previous instructional experience preferably in preferably in an online setting at a college or university.
9. Familiarity with online teaching and/or a desire to learn new technological approaches to education.
10. Education and experience demonstrating expert breadth of knowledge to effectively teach evidence-based clinical mental health counseling.
11. Demonstrated ability to use innovative teaching and learning strategies and methods.
12. A positive attitude, confidence, integrity, effective oral and written communication skills, a sense of humor, honesty, and the ability to inspire.
13. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student issues.
14. Ability to uphold academic rigor and integrity while assisting students in achieving academic success.
15. Ability to embody Sonoran University’s core values: We Achieve Excellence, We Love, We Do the Right Thing, We Are Resilient, We Shape the Future.

Qualifications:

Doctorate in Counselor Education with an emphasis or focus on clinical mental health counseling.

• Doctoral degree from a CACREP accredited program is preferred.

Technology requirement:

Faculty are expected to have a personal computer with internet access and virus protection. Sonoran University provides a Sonoran University email account and password protected access to faculty sections of the LMS and website and additional faculty resources and tools.

Working environment:

This position is remote/online. Subject to extensive periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse. Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Frequent communication with internal and external individuals is required to perform essential functions.

Background/screening:

All employees at Sonoran University undergo a background and drug screen prior to hire. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of all screens required of this position. All applicants must show documentation of vaccinations or provide titer results for measles. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of all screens required of this position.

Sonoran University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Documents needed to apply:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume/CV

About Sonoran University:

Sonoran University of Health Sciences is a non-profit and internationally recognized higher education institution dedicated to shaping a healthier future. Guided by our mission to support students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals, enhance the health and wellbeing of our patients and communities, and discover effective treatments grounded in the healing power of nature. We uphold our core values: We shape the future, we love, we achieve excellence, we are resilient, and we do the right thing .

The University’s College of Naturopathic Medicine, College of Nutrition, and School of Mental Health offer evidence-based programs designed to shape a healthier tomorrow by preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To serve the University’s mission, the Sage Foundation for Health supports several Community Clinics focused on providing free naturopathic medical care to local underserved communities within the Phoenix Metro area. The College of Nutrition’s Virtual Center for Personalized Nutrition aims to eliminate traditional barriers to nutritional care by providing personalized and evidence-based care delivered at no cost via telehealth.

The Ric Scalzo Institute for Botanical Research is a state-of-the-art molecular biology/phytochemistry laboratory seeks to improve therapies for global health concerns by exploring traditional medicine at the cellular, molecular, and cultural level to create novel botanical solutions that support people, plants, and planet.

The University’s Clinical Care branch operates two open-to-the-public clinics at the Tempe Campus. The Medical Center provides naturopathic healthcare for a wide range of patients including but not limited to; family medicine, nutrition and digestive health, mental health and well-being, dermatologic conditions, endocrine and auto-immune concerns, and acute symptoms. The Neil Riordan Center for Regenerative Medicine focuses on non-opioid solutions to pain and pain management utilizing treatments ranging from cupping and acupuncture to regenerative injection therapies. The Medicinary is the largest natural pharmacy in Arizona, offering an expansive collection of the highest quality, professional-grade supplements, herbs, and natural health products. Every purchase made at the Medicinary helps support the Sage Foundation and its mission to provide free healthcare to those in need.

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Benefits:

At Sonoran University, we achieve excellence and shape the future by fostering a workplace where you can thrive and grow!

Our benefits go above and beyond to support your health, happiness, and lifestyle.
Qualifying employees enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation time, 12 paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with a discretionary match, and employer-sponsored life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
Every team member benefits from paid sick time, and exclusive perks like free office visits at our Medical Center and Neil Riordan Center, plus discounts at the largest medicinary in the Southwest — with shipping available!
Enjoy a delicious meal our onsite café, or unwind in our fully equipped employee breakroom with a full kitchen, coffee, and new snacks every month.

Prioritize your wellness with free personalized nutritional care, a yoga studio, a fitness center, and covered parking.
Explore a wealth of knowledge in our library, rock your Sonoran pride on Casual Wednesdays, and be celebrated through our annual Employee Appreciation Day.
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With a flexible hybrid work environment and an inspiring culture, Sonoran University is where passion and purpose meet to create a workplace like no other!