Adjunct Lecturer Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Position Overview

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) Program at Merrimack College in the Psychology Department invites applications for the position of Adjunct Lecturer for the Summer 2023 semester. As Adjunct Faculty, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing formal classroom instruction in the CMHC program with primary duties being effective delivery of instructional material and course management (e.g., assessments, grading, etc.).

Instructors are needed for the following lecture based graduate courses:

(a) Human Growth and Development (Summer 1: 6-weeks, synchronous, online; Summer 3: 12-week asynchronous, online)

(b) Career and College Counseling (Summer 1: 6-weeks, synchronous, online)

The summer semester begins on Monday, May 22, 2023. Summer 1 is 6-weeks (5/22/23 ± 6/30/23). Summer 3 is 12-weeks (5/22/23 ± 8/18/23). The course section capacity is 15 students.

Qualifications: 

The candidate should meet the following qualifications:

(a) An earned doctorate (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) or an advanced doctorate candidate in Counseling, Counselor Education, Counseling Psychology or a related doctoral degree is preferred; or hold with at least 5 years of professional clinical practice experience;

(b) demonstrates a commitment to infusing multicultural content and social justice principles in curriculum and training are highly preferred;

(c) holds licensure as a mental health counselor with a minimum of 5 years of professional clinical practice experience after licensure is required; or is license eligible or holds licensure as a psychologist.

On Campus and Online CMHC Program(s)

Aligned with the mission of Merrimack College, the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) represents a dynamic, innovative, and growth-oriented training program with a commitment to the principles and values of diversity, equity, social justice, advocacy and community engagement. Our on-campus and online CMHC programs maintain high-touch engagement and connectedness to meet the needs of graduate students as we prepare them to deliver quality care to culturally diverse clients, using strengths-oriented and evidenced-based interventions. Our graduates are trained to meet the growing demand for mental health counseling in a number of different settings, including outpatient centers, hospitals, colleges, human resource departments, substance abuse treatment centers, non-profits, and government agencies. With the burgeoning tele-counseling mental health landscape, our CMHC program enables students to fulfill the education and degree requirements to apply for licensure primarily in Massachusetts, the New England region (e.g., NH, ME, VT, CT, and RI) and beyond. Review of candidates will begin upon receipt of applications and the position will remain open until filled. 

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desire to be a more diverse, equitable and inclusive institution of higher learning.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, email address). Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Vaccinations and Remote Work

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus. 

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of see