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University of St. Thomas - Houston

Adjunct Faculty - DAAC/Substance Use Counseling

The University Of St. Thomas (UST), a private Catholic University committed to the liberal arts
and the religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, is located in Houston,
Texas, near the vibrant central business district, Texas Medical Center, and museum district, is
seeking applicants for an Adjunct faculty position to teach Addiction Counseling courses. This
position reports directly to the Chair of the Department and Dean of the Kolbe School of
Innovation Dean of the Associates of Applied Science program.

SUMMARY:

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the Associate of Applied Science
curriculum and programs. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and
learning, advising, and professional development.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills,
and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree required in the related field of mental health and/or 5 Years fully licensed LCDC + 5 Years of practice on addiction services.
• Working Knowledge of Ethical Codes from NAADAC.
• Master's degree in counseling, or addiction (MAC), and/or full master's level licensure (LPC, LCSW) + 5 years addiction counseling experience preferred.
  (A photocopy of the transcript showing degree conferred and graduate hours must accompany
  the application).

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one (1) year of college-level teaching experience or three (3) to ten
  (10) years of related work experience required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must provide resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts and a statement of teaching philosophy.
• Must be able to teach online classes and be familiar with Blackboard.
• Must have working knowledge and skills in presentation software.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community, and student population.
• Must possess good organizational and planning skills.
• Must have experience with students from diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• Must demonstrate the ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.

The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer