The Saint Martin’s Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) Program is seeking qualified candidates for positions of Adjunct Instructors for the 2022 Spring Semester, 2022 Summer Semester, and 2022 Fall Semester.

Position Summary

These are Adjunct Instructor positions, established with the goal of expanding our pool of qualified faculty. Qualified applicants may be considered for a start during the current semester, Spring of 2022, or for Summer semester 2022, or Fall of 2022, with the possibility of being considered for continuing to teach one or more classes determined on a per semester basis as MAC team staffing needs and effective fit for material to be covered, balance of team and other factors determine. There may be the possibility of being considered for or support for applying for a tenure track position for those whose qualifications also meet the additional requirements for that posted position if approved (see listing). Successful applicants for our adjunct pool will partner with the dedicated faculty of the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) program in the College of Education and Counseling at Saint Martin’s University, a private Catholic, Benedictine university located in Western Washington.

The MAC Program emphasizes the “Person of the Counselor,” academic rigor, clinical excellence, the skills and dispositions essential to the field of professional counseling; we adhere to the standards of the American Counseling Association, the Benedictine principles of Saint Martin’s University, the MAC Position statement, and our commitment to diversity and service (see below) in the service of training our students to be skilled, effective, ethical practitioners in the service of their current and future clients. We are a program that highly values collaboration and social and cultural diversity and serves a diverse student population.

Our adjuncts are hired on a per class bases; each of the courses in our 60 credit program are three credits, and adjuncts willing to teach two section (typically one in person and one online) will be prioritized. All MAC classes are taught in real time with a commitment to relational and experiential delivery, whether the course is delivered in person or online. 

Minimum Qualifications for a Successful Candidate Should Document

• An earned Ph.D. from a CACREP accredited program is preferred; strong candidates who are currently ABD may also be considered a priority hire. The minimum qualifying degree is an MA in counseling or a related field. 
• Licensed as Mental Health Counselor or Marriage and Family Therapist in Washington State, or the ability to be become licensed in WA state.
• Clinical experience for a minimum of three (3) years is preferred; counseling experience and an active practice is required. 
• Ability to embrace a Benedictine philosophical base and be compatible with and thrive at this Catholic University.
• Ability to be compatible with, engage with and support the ACA’s proactive stance on social justice in counseling, and the MAC position statement, our commitment to diversity and service (see below). 
• Temperament and ability to support and thrive within the structure and demands of our program, including the ability to multi-task, be available for evening classes and some weekend responsibilities, and the ability to consistently balance participation in the program, self-care and an appropriate work/life balance.
• Clinical Membership in ACA. 
• Note that to be able to be hired by the Saint Martin’s Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) Program, the successful candidate must be a WA State resident, or willing to relocate to the State of Washington.

Additional qualifications for a successful candidate should include

• Ability to easily deliver material in accordance with our systemic alignment and experiential delivery, and classes including especially research and assessment, career, and sexuality, both in person and online
• Experience with the CACREP requirements
• Expansion of or sustaining the diversity on the  MAC faculty team
• For a Spring hire, a passion for and expertise in the field of research for counselors will receive special consideration
• For a Summer hire, a passion for and expertise in the areas of sexuality, gender and identity in counseling will receive special consideration

Special Instructions to Applicants

MAC faculty members at SMU, both tenure track and adjunct, are expected to support the Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts mission of the university. Candidates must have valid documentation permitting them to work in the US from the date on which the appointment at Saint Martin’s takes effect. 

Saint Martin’s University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. Documentation verifying a candidate’s ability to work in the US is required prior to the date on which their appointment takes effect. Further, to be hired, applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Washington State. 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit

• curriculum vitae, 
• unofficial or official copies of your graduate transcripts, and a 
• cover letter summarizing your teaching philosophy, relevant experience, professional goals as they relate to this position, your areas of particular interest and expertise, and your specific interest in working with the MAC team in our unique counseling program. 

Finalists should expect to provide contact information for three references and may be expected to submit one letter of recommendation.  Review of applications will begin upon receipt and will be ongoing. Questions regarding adjunct positions with the MAC program can be directed to the chair of the search committee, program, Dr. K. Alexandra Onno, at aonno@stmartin.edu. 

MAC Position Statement, our commitment to Diversity and Service

In resonance with the values of the American Counseling Association, the National Board for Certified Counselors, accrediting organizations for counseling programs, and our Catholic framework, we recognize the dominance of white/euro-centric norms and teach cultural humility by rejecting anti-immigrant rhetoric and action. We affirm the self-determination of indigenous and native communities by hearing their stories and supporting decolonization. We work to deconstruct the walls of sexism and transphobia by integrating feminist and trans-valuing theories into our practice. We actively counter ageism, ableism, classism, racism, and heterosexism in our communities by admitting their pervasiveness and implementing corrective actions. In the spirit of Benedictine sincere hospitality, we extend welcome to members of all faiths and to those who do not identify as having a religious membership.