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POSITION SUMMARY: Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development. Assure that the South University philosophy: quality service to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Trustees and administration's mandates.This is an in-person position. Not Remote.KEY JOB ELEMENTS:<ul><li>Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.</li><li>Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook. </li><li>Provide course instruction that aligns with the South University model of curricula and supports the South University style of system delivery.</li><li>Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of activities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell. </li><li>Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the student learning experience.</li><li>Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance criteria and evaluation. </li><li>Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an educational environment conducive to learning and student involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success. </li><li>Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students, and engaging students in the learning process. </li><li>Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies consistent with the school, campus, or online division.</li><li>Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.</li><li>Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered instruction. </li><li>Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s), faculty, and other South University administrators. </li><li>Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum and system task forces, support local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participate in various other workshops and meetings. </li></ul>REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>A master's degree in nutrition or a degree in a related discipline and 18 graduate hours in nutrition classes is required.</li><li>Graduate teaching assistants: master's in the teaching discipline or 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline, direct supervision by a faculty member experienced in the teaching discipline, regular in-service training, and planned and periodic evaluations.</li><li>Experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.</li><li>Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction preferred. </li><li>Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as applicable to the discipline.</li><li>Academic Processes - knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology</li><li>Clerical - knowledge of office administrative procedures, including accurate record-keeping</li><li>Computer - ability to perform basic computer processes, including word processing, web browsing, and utilization of Microsoft Office</li><li>Technical Knowledge and Application - proficiency with the online learning environment, including the creation of digital media and utilization of learning management systems</li><li>Mathematics – ability to perform basic mathematic calculations</li><li>Critical Thinking - uses logic and reasoning to look at different types of information in order to make conclusions and work through problems</li><li>Research - Locates key facts and information to learn more about different types of information</li><li>Interpersonal Skills - communicates and interacts with people effectively while being aware of social perceptions</li><li>Time Management - manages one's own time to accomplish assigned tasks</li><li>Attention to Detail - thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed</li><li>Written Comprehension - ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing</li><li>Written Expression - ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.</li><li>Oral Comprehension - ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences</li><li>Oral Expression - ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand</li><li>Selective Attention (Focus) - ability to concentrate on a task over time without being distracted</li><li>Organizational - ability to organize large amounts of information and tasks</li><li>Teaching - ability to convey course concepts and material in a manner that others can understand</li><li>Engagement –ability to learn from students' participation, demonstrate fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and show compassion without being ineffectual.</li><li>Ability to physically work in the United States while performing all responsibilities of the position for the University.</li><li>Computing - ability to access a personal computer, Internet connection, and telephone connection (hardware, software, and Internet access specifications to be provided) to fulfill teaching and related administrative responsibilities.</li><li>Office Hours - ability to hold required office hours and respond to student questions and administration within the required response time.</li><li>Orientation participation -ability to complete the New Faculty Orientation and other assigned/required training (e.g., Code of Conduct) through South University.</li></ul>ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.JobFamilyAll PositionsEducationLevelMaster’s Degree

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Adjunct Faculty - Nutrition

Encore Outpatient Services is looking for a Primary Therapist to join our amazing and dedicated team.&nbsp; Encore is conveniently located in Arlington, Virginia, in the Ballston metropolitan area, serving the Greater Washington, D.C. area and Northern Virginia. Since inception, Encore has been committed to providing the very best treatment for substance use and mental health disorders, specializing in the treatment of underlying trauma, addiction interaction disorders and process addictions.&nbsp; Our program provides a full-continuum of outpatient care, with holistic therapies, career coaching, family education and support, medication management, and community integration, all provided from a trauma-informed lens.&nbsp; We provide a clinically sophisticated and comprehensive approach, guiding patients and families to recovery for life.As a team member at Encore, there is a commitment to your ongoing support, growth, and satisfaction.&nbsp; Our benefits are highly competitive, the opportunity for expanding your leadership and clinical skills are many, and the environment and culture emphasizes well-being and connection.Position is full time (32 hours) at the Arlington office working Monday-Thursday 1-9pm.Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Group therapy and individual counseling – conducting the clinical process through which clients address treatment goals, as stated on their treatment plans via an interactive process with other clients.</li><li>Responsible for assessment activities (level of care evaluation, biopsychosocial interview/integrated summary) – a clinical function to determine eligibility for and placement in a level of treatment based on admission criteria. The writing and summation of findings from therapy and other disciplines with diagnostic impressions.</li><li>Family sessions – assessing family dynamics, recommending the family education program and possible ongoing family therapy. This also includes individual family therapy as needed.</li><li>Case management – overall coordination of a patient’s care while in outpatient services, including the integration of family sessions, communication with referral sources, assessment of patient progress and communication to the clinical team regarding special treatment needs and procedures.</li><li>Aftercare care assessment and planning – assess unresolved and deferred problems and write goals and objectives in the aftercare plan, and coordinate referral to appropriate follow up providers.</li><li>Responsible for overseeing the collection of random urine drug screen and breathalyzer samples from patients and relaying the results to the patient.</li><li>The therapist is expected to work within the ethical constraints of professional or organizational ethical standards as they apply to the position.</li><li>Responsible for documenting treatment plans, progress notes, treatment plan updates, case consultations, telephone calls and discharge summaries in the patient records in a timely fashion. This includes the coordination of assessments from the multidisciplinary treatment team according to Encore policy and procedures.</li><li>Assume responsibilities such as coordination of internship training programs, perform speaking engagements for targeted groups within the organization and general community, represent the organization on clinical/administrative committees, assist in training new staff and consult or provide other treatment services as assigned.</li><li>This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.</li></ul>Physical Requirements:The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Must be able to work extended hours.</li><li>Must be able to deliver presentations and groups that may be for lengthy time periods.</li><li>Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.</li><li>Must be able to climb stairs.</li><li>This is a safety sensitive position.</li></ul>Education, Experience and Qualifications:<ul><li>Master’s degree in counseling or related field required.</li><li>Independently licensed in Virginia, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD or Pre-licensed status in Virginia required.</li><li>Experience in the area of facilitating group therapy preferred.</li><li>Experience with addiction/recovery strongly preferred.</li><li>Knowledgeable in dual diagnosis, specifically trauma and PTSD.</li><li>If in recovery, two years of uninterrupted sobriety preferred.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Must possess good verbal and writing skills.</li><li>Knowledgeable in the treatment of substance abuse disorders, dual diagnosis, trauma, and PTSD.</li><li>Must possess the willingness and capacity for growth, both personally and professionally.</li><li>Must have the ability to be objective and empathetic while addressing the individual needs of the patients, referrals and family members.</li><li>Must be computer literate and able to work with most Microsoft applications along with network components.</li><li>Must have fluid communication skills and the ability to document insights and observations in a clinical record.</li><li>Must possess a high degree of professionalism and be able to maintain confidential information and treat sensitive clinical information ethically.</li><li>Must be able to keep all clinical work and conduct within the guidelines of the Virginia Department of Health Professionals, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, and CARF standards.</li></ul>

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