Fall 2024 Adjunct Faculty FPSY 615 Motivational Conversations - Focus on Change

Description

Per course adjunct faculty in the Counseling Department for the Forensic Psychology program's course, FPSY 615-01.

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

FPSY 615 Motivational Conversations - Focus on Change (2 Units)

Thursdays 7:15 - 9:00 PM.

The aim of this class is to explore the evidence-based skill/strategy known as Motivational Interviewing (MI).  Included will be information on the Transtheoretical Theory of Change Model (TTM - also known as the Stages of Change), Seeking Safety, and general information on trauma.  These new paradigms & practices help us in a variety of roles to shift from the old problem-centered disease model of interventions in substance use disorders care and other behavioral disorders of clients to ones based in science and true compassion/empathy.  These evidence-based practices, such as MI, and other person-centered ways of conversing, of interacting with those we serve, act as a place of origin when designing client interventions.

Qualifications

Clinical, law enforcement or community corrections professional work experience. Knowledge of forensic criminal court proceedings and court ordered assessments, experience with diverse populations in corrections, institutions or out of custody mandated treatment. LMFT, LFCC, Ph.D., Ed.D, Psy.D.

Knowledge of and professional experience utilizing motivational interviewing and other person-centered ways of conversing when designing client interventions

Prior teaching experience preferred. 

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 the course, 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 seven (7) course values.

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

Salary: $6,480 - $10,008 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 adj