Duties/Functions

• Maintaining knowledge of/compliance with the North Carolina Community College System requirements and external programmatic accreditation standards for assigned academic program.
• Continuously evaluates national, regional, and local workforce trends in the human services field and in accordance with the National Addiction Studies Accreditation Commission (NASAC) and the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE).
• Providing leadership to program curriculum development/revision including ensuring establishment of effective student learning outcomes and related assessment methods.
• Conducting and documenting bi-annual academic assessment process requirements in stated timelines.
• Contributing to the development of a data based, student centered schedule in collaboration with the Dean.
• Participating in the college’s hiring process for full and part time faculty; orienting new faculty to program policies.
• In coordination with the Dean, providing evaluative feedback to program faculty/staff regarding job performance.
• Developing and recommending teaching assignments for program faculty to the Dean.
• Conducting and documenting regular faculty meetings to ensure good communication.
• Supporting students through the academic program promoting retention and graduation.
• Developing and participating in program recruitment activities that promote enrollment.
• Participating in the resolution of student complaints in accordance with college policy.
• Preparing and/or reviewing course substitutions for submission to the Dean.
• Contributing to development, implementation and oversight of departmental budgets.
• Participating in the management and support of instructional spaces (i.e., technology needs, inventory control, etc.).
• Identifying/promoting professional development for faculty to ensure continued program relevancy and excellent teaching.
• Participating in program review and unit planning processes.
• Conducting and documenting program advisory committee meetings as required.
• Participating in the establishment and coordination of clinical or work-based learning sites (if applicable).
• Coordinating outreach and developing/maintaining relationships with industry-related personnel and employers; participating in professional organizations promoting advancement of the profession.
• Participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies.
• Participating in professional development opportunities to advance leadership skills.
• Tracking and facilitating mandatory GTCC trainings.

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies and instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing, and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate
• updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency and compliance with accreditation standards
• developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission
• participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate
• developing, conducting, and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriate

• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Canvas)
• complying with all applicable college, state, and federal rules and regulations

• conducting recruiting activities
• providing academic advising
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• assisting students with the registration and graduation process
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

• collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules, and support student success
• serving on department, division, and college committees
• participating in GTCC institutional initiatives
• collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC
• supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)
• participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs
• attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required
• Demonstrating and modeling the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork.

• Maintain student records
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor

Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required

• Master’s degree in a Human Services discipline such as counseling, psychology, social work or marriage and family therapy from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Clinical practice license such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Education Preferred

• Doctorate degree in a human services field such as counseling, psychology, social work.
• A current substance abuse certification such as Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) or Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) -Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) certification

Experience Required

• Three years of recent experience in a human services practice setting and/or as an instructor in human services.
• Three years post-secondary teaching or industry training experience in human services, conducting training sessions or conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars (e.g. human services, etc.).
• Experience with direct supervision of employees to include performance evaluation.
• Experience with national accreditation standards for Human Services (e.g., NASAC, CSHSE).

Experience Preferred

• Greater than three years of recent experience in a human services practice setting and/or as an instructor in human services.
• Greater than three years post-secondary teaching or industry training experience in human services, conducting training sessions or conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars (e.g. human services, etc.).
• Experience with clinical supervision.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

KSA Required

KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements

Physical Demands

Posting Type Faculty