Clinical Mental Health Counseling On-Ground, Adjunct Faculty (Fall 2026 Evening Courses)

About the role

The Adler University's CACREP-accredited Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program is seeking adjunct faculty members to teach graduate-level courses on the Chicago Campus during the Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in assigned graduate courses in the CMHC program.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies to engage diverse student populations.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.
• Participate in program meetings and trainings if required.
• Stay current with developments in the counseling field and integrate relevant knowledge into teaching.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program preferred.
• Minimum of two years of post-master's clinical experience in mental health counseling.
• Demonstrated commitment to multicultural competence and social justice in counseling.
• Experience teaching at the graduate level, preferably in a CACREP-accredited program.
• Familiarity with online and hybrid teaching modalities is advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising counseling practicum and internship students.
• Active membership in professional counseling organizations (e.g., ACA, AMHCA).
• Engagement in ongoing professional development and scholarship.

Education/Experience

Licensed or license eligible as a professional counselor (e.g., LPC, LCPC) in Illinois.

Universal Core Behaviors

• Commitment to Adler’s Mission
• Acts with personal integrity, honesty, compassion, and integrity in all professional responsibilities.
• Aligns professional actions with Adler’s commitment to community-rooted education, research, and impact.
• Contributes to a culture that advances health, well-being, and community connection — locally and globally.
• Respects and values colleagues and community partners.
• Accountability and Excellence
• Demonstrates results-oriented focus and commitment to quality.
• Consistently meets deadlines and delivers work of high professional standard.
• Prioritizes service and responsiveness.
• Sets priorities and uses resources efficiently and effectively.
• Takes ownership of performance, seeks feedback, and accepts responsibility for actions.
• Communication
• Communicates with respect, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Demonstrates active listening and comprehension.
• Expresses ideas clearly and effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Keeps colleagues informed in a timely and transparent manner.
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Actively contributes to and engages with colleagues, partners, and communities.
• Buils relationships rooted in respect, empathy, and trust.
• Demonstrates curiosity, courage, and integrity in guiding work and decisions.
• Makes thoughtful, informed decisions that balance short-term needs with long-term impact.
• Works cooperatively with colleagues to achieve collective goals.
• Adaptability and Lifelong Learning
• Approaches challenges with proactive problem-solving.
• Commits to lifelong learning by continuously developing skills, knowledge, and effectiveness.
• Supports and adapts to evolving needs in the work environment.
• Partnership with Supervisors
• Engages supervisors as partners in achieving goals.
• Fosters open, respectful communication to maintain alignment and clarity.
• Seeks guidance and feedback when appropriate while demonstrating initiative and accountability.

Benefits

Adler University is an equal opportunity employer.