Instructor - Addiction Counseling

Position Summary

The Addictions Counseling Program (AD) Program at Portland Community College (PCC) is seeking a full-time instructor for Addictions Counseling.

The AD program is a part of the Public Services, Education & Social Sciences Academic pathway. The Addictions Counseling program at Portland Community College is the largest addiction counselor education program in OR state. The program provides specialization for further career advancement as well as the educational foundation for students starting their journey in the addictions profession as a certified alcohol and drug counselor.

The program offers courses through flexible delivery modalities : fully online (asynchronous), online (synchronous / remote - live instruction via zoom), on-site / hybrid, and fully on-site at multiple PCC locations. We strive to provide high quality culturally competent instruction and services with a commitment to student success.

At the core of PCC's mission is equitable student success. PCC serves over 60,000 students in the Portland area. We have one of the most diverse student populations, many of whom come from historically untapped communities. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, one who is equally committed to a culture that values human diversity in all its forms and who brings culturally responsive educational practices to serve our students. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

In addition to their teaching responsibilities, faculty in this role will also fulfill the role of Faculty Department Chair,

providing leadership, mentorship, and support to both faculty and staff within the program.

Please Note :

As part of this application you will be required to respond to the application question below, and to upload your response as an attachment. You will also be required to upload a copy of your unofficial transcript.

In what ways do your lived experiences shape your culturally-responsive teaching? Please give examples.

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Candidate Profile

These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.

Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

In your cover letter, please highlight how you meet the minimum qualifications and the Success Criteria as outlined below :

Minimum qualifications :

A Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, human service, human development, sociology, social work or related discipline, and be a current Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (or equivalent), or a current Certified Prevention Specialist (or equivalent) and have a minimum of five years of experience working with chemically or behaviorally addicted or at risk populations, OR

A Masters degree in counseling, psychology, human service, human development, sociology, social work or related discipline and have a minimum of five years working with chemically or behaviorally addicted or at risk populations, OR

A Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, human service, human development, sociology, social work or related discipline or a clinical doctorate degree (MD or DO only) and at least one year of working with the chemically or behaviorally addicted or at risk populations or as a researcher in the arena of behavior and / or neuroscience.

Success criteria

Be certified under MHACBO (Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon), or similar State or National Certification ( NAADAC).

Ability to teach and support equitable student success across a. Experience working with diverse populations demonstrating a commitment to culturally responsive teaching, and a willingness to innovate, and take risks in the classroom.

Experience and / or willingness to help maintain the breadth of curricular offerings by teaching a variety of course offerings. Please reference our current course offerings by accessing the catalog (). Experience supporting practicum courses, and mentoring in courses related to counseling coursework is a benefit.

Willingness to stay current with contemporary best practices and evidence-based methodologies, while demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development. Faculty must showcase a strong understanding of both theory and practice, as well as up-to-date knowledge and continuous study in their field

Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain collaborative, positive relationships with industry partners

Knowledge and understanding of current DSM (Diagnostic Statistical Manual), ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) and SAMHSA’s Treatment Improvement Protocols (TIPs) and Technical Assistance Publications (TAPs)

Proven ability to stay up-to-date with evolving technologies and shifting community support needs. Familiar with various learning management systems (, Brightspace, Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) or capable of efficiently navigating technology-based platforms

Demonstrates ability and enthusiasm to work collaboratively and build community with department faculty and staff, as well as across the college. Skills in attention to detail, organization and planning. Responsibilities may include coordinating course materials, assessing student learning, and providing onboarding and continued mentorship of faculty.

Preferred qualifications

Bilingual Spanish

Community College or higher education teaching experience

Starting Salary ExpectationsInitial Salary Placement will be between Step 1($73,911) and Step 3 (78,408) based on related experience, per PCC's collectivebargaining agreement. FTE1 PCC Benefits

PCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.

PCC currently funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS / OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS / OPSRP. A portion of the 6% will be diverted to The Employee Pension Stability Account as mandated by Senate Bill 1049. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.

Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for courses offered at PCC for yourself, domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age; plus partial tuition reimbursement for yourself at other accredited institutions.

• Please note : Temporary Full-Time Faculty are not eligible for Personal Leave Days, Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, or AD&D Insurance.

Paid Leave :

1 day of sick leave for every 18 days worked (~10 per year)

21 hours of additional personal leave per year

4 paid holidays (which occur during the term you are teaching)

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Working Conditions and Physical RequirementsPlease note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa ( H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.

Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation.

Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. (for more information see

For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit :

Background Check RequiredYes

Salary : $73,911