Adjunct Faculty, Mental Health Technician

At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, individualized support, and expert instruction. We operate in a values-based culture and strive to live our behaviors in everything we do.

Work Location: South Campus (as assigned)

Schedule: Part-time, Adjunct; evening and/or daytime hours may be available based on program needs.

Overview / Job Summary

WSU Tech is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Adjunct Mental Health Technician Instructor to prepare the next generation of behavioral health professionals. Adjunct faculty provide high-quality instruction in both classroom and lab settings while fostering an engaging, supportive learning environment that promotes student success.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Teach Mental Health Technician courses in accordance with established curriculum and learning outcomes.
• Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that support student learning.
• Deliver engaging classroom and/or laboratory instruction.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and other required academic records.
• Incorporate current trends and best practices in behavioral and mental health into instruction.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with program faculty and staff to ensure student success and program quality.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with three (3) years of teaching experience in the discipline or subfield or a completed master's degree. A professional development plan to complete a master's degree may be considered.
• Licensed or registered to practice in Kansas, as applicable to the discipline.
• At least two years of experience in psychiatric or developmental disability nursing or behavioral health services.
• Be licensed to practice as a licensed mental health technician and have at least five years of experience post licensure. Two years of work experience shall be waived for those licensed mental health technicians possessing an associates degree.

Skills and Competencies:

• Qualified faculty as defined by program accreditation requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively engage and motivate diverse learners.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with faculty and staff.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to student success and continuous improvement.

Benefits

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.