Adjunct Professor - California School of Professional Psychology

The psychology school continues its commitment to preparing the next generation of mental health professionals and advocates. Our dedication to ensuring every community’s access to quality mental health care extends from integrated care to inclusive family therapy, and our psychology students and alumni begin making an impact in the communities they serve from the moment they set foot in our classrooms.

Adjunct professor in the following program/course:

Specific Courses:

Spring 2025 (Jan 13, 2025 – May 4, 2025)

Issues in Chemical Dependency and Treatment (2 units)

This course provides an overview of the treatment of problematic substance use specifically, and of the treatment and prevention of problematic addictive behavior generally. This course must meet the requirements for chemical dependency education as established by California mental health licensing laws. The course should provide introductory level of information on the following state-required topics:

1. The definition of alcoholism and other chemical dependency, and the evaluation of the user.

2. Current theories of, and research on, the etiology of substance abuse and addiction.

3. Physiological and medical aspects and effects of drug and alcohol abuse.

4. Psychopharmacology and the interaction of various classes of drugs, including alcohol.

5. Diagnosing and differentiating alcohol and other substance abuse problems in patients referred for other clinical symptoms, such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, and impotence.

6. Populations that are at risk with regard to substance abuse.

7. Cultural and ethnic considerations in chemical dependency.

8. Prenatal effects.

9. Adolescent substance abuse.

10. Implications for the geriatric population.

11. Iatrogenic dependency.

12. Major treatment approaches to alcoholism and chemical dependency, including research and

application.

13. The role of persons and systems which support or compound abuse.

14. Family issues which include treatment approaches with families of alcoholics and/or substance

abusers.

15. The process of referring affected persons.

16. Community resources offering assessment, treatment and follow-up for the abuser and family.

17. Ethical and legal issues for clinical practice.

18. Prevention of substance abuse

Position Summary:

Adjunct Faculty are scholars and professionals, who teach in their area(s) of specialization and expertise. The primary affiliation of adjunct faculty is not with the university.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Facilitating Classroom Learning.

Course and syllabus preparation.

Class curriculum coordination and planning.   Assessment and evaluation of learners.

Mentoring and advising students.

Holding office hours and meeting with students.

Research/scholarship mentoring and supervision.

Skills:

Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.   The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve.   The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms.

The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and students and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines.

The drive to encourage, direct, hold accountable and guide candidates toward task completion.

Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with students and Alliant employees, as well as the Registrar’s Office and various academic departments.

Culturally humble and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people.   Highly motivated, focused and results oriented.

Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions, and to maintain confidentiality.   Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support candidate success.

Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

Starting Salary: $36 hourly.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Doctoral degree in Psychology (PsyD or PhD) from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Appropriate experience in the areas(s) of specialization and expertise.

This is an on-ground in-person program.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Direct Reports: Possible student teaching assistant.

Indirect Reports: None.

Office Location: On Campus.

Work Hours: Standard office hours, occasional evenings or weekends may be required depending upon course schedule.

Travel: None.