Integrated Behavioral Health and Addictions Counseling Teaching Specialist 2025-2026

We are interested in building a diverse group of community faculty with experience in substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders who are passionate about educating future counselors in the online and hybrid Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) and Addictions Counseling programs (ADDC). The IBH and ADDC programs have a need for additional instructional staff to offer coursework in topics that include foundations of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, applied psychopharmacology, assessment and treatment planning, counseling skills, research methods in counseling, among others.

The College of Continuing and Professional Studies offers applied graduate degrees designed to meet workforce needs, such as the IBH and ADDC program which are designed to fulfill the training and education requirements for licensure. The ADDC program provides academic preparation for licensure as a Minnesota Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor License (LADC) and the IBH program prepares students for dual licensure as an LADC and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). In addition, community faculty may teach for our related certificate and graduate Minor. Teaching Specialists report to the Director of Graduate Programs in CCAPS, and typically teach one to two semester-length courses during the academic year. Courses may be offered in online, hybrid, or face-to-face formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach the assigned course, fulfilling University policies and using course-appropriate effective practices: setting high expectations; supporting achievement with clear instructions, examples and samples; establishing frequent, regular contact with students; grading and returning coursework promptly with relevant formative and/or summative feedback; engaging students in relevant collaborative work; and submitting final grades on-time
• Work with the Director of Graduate Studies for the IBH and ADDC programs and with other resident/adjunct faculty to ensure successful integration of required coursework and state licensing requirements.
• Work with the Director of Graduate Studies and program staff as needed to resolve course- or student-related situations that require support or resources outside the classroom
• Use industry and content expertise and keep current with research findings, workforce trends, professional ethics and policies related to culturally sensitive mental health and substance use counseling best practices to inform depth and breadth of course content.
• Utilize new technologies to enhance curriculum delivery and accessibility to accommodate working adult students.
• Utilize pedagogical best practices for diverse working adult learners.
• Must be able to teach at scheduled class times, including evening and weekends and respond to course related student inquiries within 48 hours.
• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people.

The search committee will review applications as program needs arise throughout the year. Candidates will only be contacted for an interview if there is a course available.

Required

• Master's degree
• An earned graduate degree in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, mental health counseling, community counseling, counselor education or master of social work from an accredited institution of higher education
• A minimum of 5 years clinical practice and/or agency management with co-occurring mental health, substance use disorders
• Clinical or teaching experience in thematic areas such as co-occurring mental health and addictions care, assessment and treatment planning, differential and/or advanced diagnostics, human development, evidence-based counseling skills etc.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and serving a diverse community of learners in a professional setting.

Preferred

• An earned doctorate in one of the academic fields listed above.
• Licensed as a professional clinician (LADC, LPC, LPCC, LICSW, LMFT, LMFT or LP) or qualified to obtain such licenses in Minnesota.
• A minimum of 3 semesters of teaching experience in a higher education setting with a solid record of strong student evaluations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people.

Are you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.

***Please note that this position is NOT eligible for sponsorship***

In CCAPS you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are committed to empowering lifelong learners to achieve their educational goals in a learner-centric environment where diverse ideas, backgrounds, and identities are embraced.

CCAPS has a large and diverse portfolio of program offerings, including bachelor's and master's degrees, professional development offerings for practitioners, pre-college programs for high school students, English language programs, and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. Across all the work done in and by CCAPS, we strive daily to live our core values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Instructors are paid $2,280 per credit for full enrollment courses. For example, a three credit course at full enrollment would be paid at $6,840.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Please address all required qualifications in either your cover letter or CV/Resume to be considered for the position. Submit a letter of application (Cover Letter), resume, and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three current professional references.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position will remain open until filled.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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