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Form of workAbout California Institute of Integral Studies:
California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an internationally recognized leader in integral education. CIIS has an enrollment of more than 1,500 students pursuing degrees in a variety of academic programs in its schools of Consciousness and Transformation, Professional Psychology and Health, Undergraduate Studies, and American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM). In addition, CIIS hosts a vibrant art exhibition program through The Arts at CIIS and offers a dynamic array of events through its Public Programs division, including workshops, lectures, and certificate programs. The University provides affordable mental health services to the San Francisco Bay Area through its six award-winning clinics. CIIS is accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Job Description:
The Integral Counseling Psychology (ICP) Program of the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is accepting applications for two part-time faculty positions (.66) in our Weekend Program (ICPW). The Integral Counseling Psychology Master of Arts program educates future psychotherapists by centering student development in the three pillars of psychology, spirituality, and social justice. Through experiential, contemplative, theoretical, and transformative learning, students deepen self-awareness and hone clinical skills in coursework and practicum placements. Inspired by integral yoga, the program aspires to graduate students versed in socially engaged spirituality, relational and liberatory approaches, and critical consciousness.
Although job candidates need not specialize in all three pillars, successful candidates will demonstrate a reverence for these three pillars in all aspects of the job. One of the hallmarks of the ICP program is personal and transformative growth through experiential, contemplative, and theoretical learning. This includes collaborative discussions, community-building practices, mindfulness practices, and reflective and academic writing, where students combine inner experience and personal development with preparation to work as a therapist.
Major responsibilities include teaching 12 units per academic year, advising students, attending faculty and university meetings and information sessions, conducting admissions interviews, attending orientations and graduations, service on departmental and university-wide committees, and ongoing participation in scholarship and publication.
The ICP program is offered in both a traditional weekday and an intensive weekend format, both in in-person formats. This position is in the weekend program. This means all classes will be a part of the weekend program only and faculty must be available to teach in-person for all class sessions. The weekend program begins with an eight-day retreat each August, followed by one weekend per month between September and May. Weekend schedule flexibility and availability will be important.
We are accepting applications for two part-time Core Faculty positions. The priority deadline for applications is August 30, 2023, for positions that start Spring 2024 (January 2024). We will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled. Please contact Anna Benassi Program Co-chair at abenassi@ciis.edu for more information.
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Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters or doctoral degree in counseling psychology or related field; licensed clinician (or license-eligible) in the State of California
- Successful experience teaching in graduate clinical education and training
- Clinical experience in relational and long-term psychotherapy with clients
- Successful experience working with social and culturally diverse clients
- Ability to teach one or more clinical foundation courses at the graduate level: therapeutic communication; the clinical relationship; transpersonal psychotherapy; family dynamics; human development or multicultural counseling
- Ability to teach at the graduate level one or more of these specialty courses: couples counseling; child therapy; trauma therapy; integrative seminar; gestalt therapy; psychodynamics or group dynamics
- Demonstrated ability to address, manage and facilitate dynamics around power, privilege, oppression, related to race, class, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, disability, neurodiversity, size, ethnicity and other similar identities that arise in the classroom
- Experience evaluating, advising, and mentoring students in the program
- Interest in scholarly productivity
- Affinity for the CIIS mission and the three pillars of ICP program
Preferred Qualifications
- Significant training and experience practicing and teaching in depth, relational, and/or transpersonal psychologies
- Pedagogical experience with experientially-based, creative, and transformative education
- Successful experience in community mental health settings
- A publication record and an interest in research
- Background in and understanding of subtle, unconscious, spiritual, and transpersonal dimensions
- Experience serving and collaborating with other faculty on committees, tasks, and projects at various departmental, school, and university-wide levels
Additional Information:
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary Range:
Assistant Professor $66k-$77k
Associate Professor $79k-$92k
NOTES TO CANDIDATE
Working Conditions -- Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal, or in the classroom, typically, in the weekend program, Fridays-Sundays approximately once a month, plus an 8-day intensive in August.
Background Check -- Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses, or credentials pertinent to the position. If your job requires driving on behalf of CIIS you will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license.
Visa Sponsorship -- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts that show you meet the minimum educational requirement(s) for the position. Only transcripts showing the awarded minimum required degree or higher degree will be accepted. Transcripts must be legible. Transcripts must be from a US accredited institution. Transcripts from outside the US must include an official evaluation for equivalency. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts if the position requires a degree. Official Transcripts will be required upon hire.
Relocation Assistance -- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY
CIIS values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Every applicant will be considered regardless of race, color, ethnicity, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All qualified persons legally authorized to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
Accommodations for people with disabilities will be provided on request.
Application Instructions:
Due to CIIS's ongoing recruitment in other departments, please specify ICP CORE FACULTY PART TIME POSITION in your application materials. Please include:
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Transcripts of highest and most relevant degrees must be included.
- Descriptive letter addressing all qualifications and demonstrating interest in mission of ICP Program
- A statement of teaching and scholarly interests
- Professional/scholarly work examples
- Names and contact information of three professional references
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