Spring 2026 Adjunct Faculty COUN 701-01: Psychopathology

Description

Per course adjunct faculty for the Counseling program's course, COUN 701-01.

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College. 

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications

Counseling 701 01 Psychopathology (3 units)

Wednesdays 7:15PM - 10:00PM

This course provides classification of abnormal behaviors, and affective and personality disorders, utilizing the DSM 5. It also addresses the etiology, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of mental disorders, with referral implications for various diagnoses.

 

Required Qualifications:

 

Candidates must have a M.A., M.S., or Ph.D. in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Candidates must have experience teaching at the graduate level in Counseling, Psychology, or a related area, or at least 3 years of experience as a practicing clinician (e.g., MFT, PCC, clinical or counseling psychologist). 

 

  

Preferred Qualifications:

 

A Ph.D. in Counseling or Psychology is highly desirable. Current license in Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Social Work, Psychiatry or Psychology. A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling theory and practice.

Must be a resident of California.

                              

 

Application Instructions

Applicants to all available course sections who are members of the Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021, who have previously taught this course, or COUN 245, or who have been determined qualified through the process outlined in Article 10, have only the following application requirements:

- Indicate interest via application to the posting

- Complete the SMC Per Course Adjunct Faculty Questionnaire to identify as a Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit faculty member or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021

 

- Indicate preferences if there are multiple sections

 

Please apply online at https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/offices-services/academic-affairs/adjunct-faculty-openings or click on the APPLY NOW button above

Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College

A resume

The name and contact information for three (3) professional references.  

In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.

Please note that courses will be assigned to current qualified adjunct faculty members who apply during the first 14 days of the posting in the following order:

1. Seniority of those who have taught the course previously up to their average.

2. Seniority of those who have not taught the course up to their average.

3. Seniority rotation above their average up to 25 CU course values.

Candidates must perform all course-related work within the State of California.

Salary: $6,480 - $10,308 dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available here.

 If the course is not assigned to a current qualified adjunct faculty member under the process above, it may be assigned to a new hire after the 14 day period for current adjunct faculty members to apply has elapsed.

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