Assistant Professor, Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services
Eureka, CA (On-site)
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Posted 2 months ago
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Job Description
Summary
This position is for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services based at the Eureka campus. The successful candidate will teach courses supporting the Addiction Studies Certificate of Achievement, including coursework related to substance use disorders, recovery, counseling approaches, and case management. In addition, the faculty member will teach courses within the Social Work and Human Services curriculum in support of students pursuing the Associate of Science Degree in Social Work and Human Services and related certificates.
This position includes leadership responsibilities in Addiction Studies, including curriculum development and alignment with regional workforce needs and certification requirements. The selected candidate will play a key role in preparing students for careers in behavioral health, recovery services, and social work and human services fields.
Teaching assignments may include evenings, weekends, online, and other distance education modalities.
Additional Responsibilities And Duties Include
Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent.
(NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)
Preferred Qualifications
You will need the following information to complete the online process:
Placement of all faculty will be determined by Class (column) and Step as described below:
Class I: AA + 6 years occupational experience; and BA + 2 years of occupational experience.
Class II: MA; BA + 30 units post BA; BA + 4 years occupational experience; AA + 8 years occupational experience.
Class III: MA with 50 units post BA; BA + 50 units post BA; BA + 6 years occupational experience; AA + 10 years occupational experience.
Class IV: MA with 70 units post BA; BA + 70 units post BA; BA + 8 years occupational experience. 3.9.2.1 For all Classes, all degrees and units must be from regionally accredited (or equivalent) institutions of higher education.
3.9.2.2 For Classes III and IV, all units beyond a Bachelor’s Degree must be upper division or graduate level semester units (or equivalent) earned subsequent to the granting of the Bachelor’s Degree.
3.9.2.3 Nursing faculty and those faculty whose initial assignment is in disciplines the Minimum qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges identifies as “disciplines in which a master’s degree is not generally expected or available” may be credited in class placement for years of full-time, paid occupational experience. 3.9.2.3.1 Full-time, paid occupational experience as an apprentice qualifies for credit toward column placement.
3.9.2.3.2 Experience as a teaching or laboratory assistant does not count towards initial salary placement.
3.9.2.3.3 Experience years as an intern paid or unpaid do not count as occupation years.
3.9.3 Step Placement: Up to seven steps may be credited to a faculty member for prior teaching experience. Maximum step placement for teaching experience is step 7.
3.9.3.1 Credit for college teaching experience will be computed as one step for each one year of experience.
3.9.3.2 Credit for high school teaching experience will be computed as one step for each two years of experience.
3.9.4 Initial salary schedule placement for a faculty member occurs prior to the first day of employment with the District as a faculty member. Documentation of education and of prior work experience that may affect initial class and step placement must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 30 days of signing the Initial Employment Agreement. Only work experience completed prior to the first day of employment with the district can be considered. The District shall provide notice to new faculty of this requirement. If documentation is received after the 30 days, changes to step/ class placement will take effect the following semester.
3.9.5 Step Advancement: Faculty will advance one step per year of paid service with the District.
Benefits
We’re proud to offer our full-time employees (1,640–2,080 annual hours) a comprehensive, district-paid benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include:
This position is for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services based at the Eureka campus. The successful candidate will teach courses supporting the Addiction Studies Certificate of Achievement, including coursework related to substance use disorders, recovery, counseling approaches, and case management. In addition, the faculty member will teach courses within the Social Work and Human Services curriculum in support of students pursuing the Associate of Science Degree in Social Work and Human Services and related certificates.
This position includes leadership responsibilities in Addiction Studies, including curriculum development and alignment with regional workforce needs and certification requirements. The selected candidate will play a key role in preparing students for careers in behavioral health, recovery services, and social work and human services fields.
Teaching assignments may include evenings, weekends, online, and other distance education modalities.
Additional Responsibilities And Duties Include
- Participate in community advisory committee processes, including convening meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring documentation
- Identify and recommend advisory committee members in collaboration with faculty and the division dean
- Engage in community outreach and partnership development with behavioral health, recovery, and human services organizations
- Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of curriculum in both Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services, including transfer and articulation where appropriate
- Participate in institutional, program, degree, and course-level assessment
- Actively participate in the College’s shared governance processes
- Engage in professional development and service to the College and broader community
Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent.
(NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience and/or demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations, including individuals impacted by substance use and related social conditions
- At least of two graduate level courses specifically relevant to Addiction Studies.
- 500 hours of field experience in Alcohol/Drug prevention and/or intervention, treatment and recovery programs.
- Professional experience in addiction counseling, recovery services, behavioral health, or related fields.
- Knowledge of state competencies, certification requirements, or workforce pathways related to addiction counseling
- Experience with fieldwork, practicum coordination, or community-based training models
- Experience working with community agencies, non-profits, or public sector organizations in behavioral health or human services
- Community college teaching experience
- Ability to integrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and equity-centered practices into teaching
- Ability to build interdisciplinary connections across programs
You will need the following information to complete the online process:
- Letter of introduction expressing interest in the position and describing the candidate’s qualifications.
- Professional résumé or curriculum vitae.
- Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application; official copies will be required of the successful candidate).
- A statement of Teaching Philosophy.
Placement of all faculty will be determined by Class (column) and Step as described below:
Class I: AA + 6 years occupational experience; and BA + 2 years of occupational experience.
Class II: MA; BA + 30 units post BA; BA + 4 years occupational experience; AA + 8 years occupational experience.
Class III: MA with 50 units post BA; BA + 50 units post BA; BA + 6 years occupational experience; AA + 10 years occupational experience.
Class IV: MA with 70 units post BA; BA + 70 units post BA; BA + 8 years occupational experience. 3.9.2.1 For all Classes, all degrees and units must be from regionally accredited (or equivalent) institutions of higher education.
3.9.2.2 For Classes III and IV, all units beyond a Bachelor’s Degree must be upper division or graduate level semester units (or equivalent) earned subsequent to the granting of the Bachelor’s Degree.
3.9.2.3 Nursing faculty and those faculty whose initial assignment is in disciplines the Minimum qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges identifies as “disciplines in which a master’s degree is not generally expected or available” may be credited in class placement for years of full-time, paid occupational experience. 3.9.2.3.1 Full-time, paid occupational experience as an apprentice qualifies for credit toward column placement.
3.9.2.3.2 Experience as a teaching or laboratory assistant does not count towards initial salary placement.
3.9.2.3.3 Experience years as an intern paid or unpaid do not count as occupation years.
3.9.3 Step Placement: Up to seven steps may be credited to a faculty member for prior teaching experience. Maximum step placement for teaching experience is step 7.
3.9.3.1 Credit for college teaching experience will be computed as one step for each one year of experience.
3.9.3.2 Credit for high school teaching experience will be computed as one step for each two years of experience.
3.9.4 Initial salary schedule placement for a faculty member occurs prior to the first day of employment with the District as a faculty member. Documentation of education and of prior work experience that may affect initial class and step placement must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 30 days of signing the Initial Employment Agreement. Only work experience completed prior to the first day of employment with the district can be considered. The District shall provide notice to new faculty of this requirement. If documentation is received after the 30 days, changes to step/ class placement will take effect the following semester.
3.9.5 Step Advancement: Faculty will advance one step per year of paid service with the District.
Benefits
We’re proud to offer our full-time employees (1,640–2,080 annual hours) a comprehensive, district-paid benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents
- CalPERS/CalSTRS retirement to help you plan for the future
- Flexible spending accounts to make your healthcare dollars go further
- Life insurance & long-term disability coverage for added peace of mind
- Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
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