Adjunct - Clinical Psychology

Job Title : Adjunct – Clinical Psychology Academic Enterprise(s): Nursing and Allied Health Reports To : Director, Clinical Psychology MA Program University Mission : Rochester Christian University is a Christ-centered institution that empowers students to lead lives of personal and professional significance while serving God in a changing world.

Position Summary

The Clinical Psychology Masters Program in the Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences invites applicants for the position of Adjunct Professor. This posting is designed to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may pull from as courses become available during the academic year. The faculty member upholds RCU’s EPIC Academic Philosophy

• Exploring, Preparing, Integrating, and Calling - ensuring that even a single-course role reflects the university’s commitment to student formation, Christian mission, and purposeful learning. Required Qualifications : Education: Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a closely related mental health field. Teaching Experience : Demonstrated teaching experience, ideally at the graduate level. Professional Development: Experience with course management technology, strong oral/written communication skills, commitment to ongoing program development and student success, knowledge of state licensure requirements EPIC-Aligned Competency Responsibilities : Exploring Intellectual Curiosity, Breadth of Learning, and Study Skills Formation Introduce students to the value of interdisciplinary thinking and the breadth of academic inquiry available to them at RCU. Design learning activities that help students explore diverse ways of knowing, problem-solving, and engaging with academic content. Connect course content on study strategies to students’ broader academic goals and intellectual curiosity. Stay current with best practices in college success pedagogy and learning strategies research. Preparing Academic Readiness, Skill-Building, and Professional Competency Facilitate engaging, effective learning activities appropriate for new college students in-person and online. Provide knowledge and skill instruction tailored to diverse learners, including adult learners and first-generation college students. Use current technology effectively to support instruction and student engagement in both modalities. Integrating Applied Learning, Feedback, and Connection to Campus Resources Help students connect academic study skills to real-world application across their disciplines and future careers. Grade assignments and provide timely, constructive feedback that supports student growth and self-awareness. Guide students in accessing campus academic resources and support services as an integral part of the course. Calling Faith Integration and Vocational Discernment Uphold and model the university’s Christian mission in all teaching, feedback, and student interactions. Help students connect academic goal-setting and learning strategies to a broader sense of purpose, calling, and service. Create a classroom environment that reflects Christian values of dignity, encouragement, and care for the whole person. Encourage students to view their academic development as part of their formation as persons of faith and vocation. Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Experience and skill in teaching diverse learners, and the ability to use current technology. Ability to manage time independently and to collaborate with campus partners. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others. Deep knowledge of state board licensing regulations and graduate-level course expectations