Assistant Professor, Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services

College of the Redwoods

place Eureka, 95503

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Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Nursing, Social Work, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field, Psychology

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Internship

Summary

This position is for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services based at the Eureka campus. The successful candidate will teach courses supporting the Addiction Studies Certificate of Achievement, including coursework related to substance use disorders, recovery, counseling approaches, and case management. In addition, the faculty member will teach courses within the Social Work and Human Services curriculum in support of students pursuing the Associate of Science Degree in Social Work and Human Services and related certificates.
This position includes leadership responsibilities in Addiction Studies, including curriculum development and alignment with regional workforce needs and certification requirements. The selected candidate will play a key role in preparing students for careers in behavioral health, recovery services, and social work and human services fields.
Teaching assignments may include evenings, weekends, online, and other distance education modalities.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties Include

Participate in community advisory committee processes, including convening meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring documentation
Identify and recommend advisory committee members in collaboration with faculty and the division dean
Engage in community outreach and partnership development with behavioral health, recovery, and human services organizations
Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of curriculum in both Addiction Studies and Social Work and Human Services, including transfer and articulation where appropriate
Participate in institutional, program, degree, and course-level assessment
Actively participate in the College’s shared governance processes
Engage in professional development and service to the College and broader community

Qualifications

Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent.
(NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and/or demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations, including individuals impacted by substance use and related social conditions
At least of two graduate level courses specifically relevant to Addiction Studies.
500 hours of field experience in Alcohol/Drug prevention and/or intervention, treatment and recovery programs.
Professional experience in addiction counseling, recovery services, behavioral health, or related fields.
Knowledge of state competencies, certification requirements, or workforce pathways related to addiction counseling
Experience with fieldwork, practicum coordination, or community-based training models
Experience working with community agencies, non-profits, or public sector organizations in behavioral health or human services
Community college teaching experience
Ability to integrate trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and equity-centered practices into teaching
Ability to build interdisciplinary connections across programs

Start Date: Fall 2026

You will need the following information to complete the online process:

Letter of introduction expressing interest in the position and describing the candidate’s qualifications.
Professional résumé or curriculum vitae.
Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application; official copies will be required of the successful candidate).
A statement of Teaching Philosophy.

Final 25-26 FACULTY 2 COLA - 78 Parity.pdf (Download PDF reader)
Placement of all faculty will be determined by Class (column) and Step as described below:

Class I: AA + 6 years occupational experience; and BA + 2 years of occupational experience.

Class II: MA; BA + 30 units post BA; BA + 4 years occupational experience; AA + 8 years occupational experience.

Class III: MA with 50 units post BA; BA + 50 units post BA; BA + 6 years occupational experience; AA + 10 years occupational experience.

Class IV: MA with 70 units post BA; BA + 70 units post BA; BA + 8 years occupational experience. 3.9.2.1 For all Classes, all degrees and units must be from regionally accredited (or equivalent) institutions of higher education.

3.9.2.2 For Classes III and IV, all units beyond a Bachelor’s Degree must be upper division or graduate level semester units (or equivalent) earned subsequent to the granting of the Bachelor’s Degree.

3.9.2.3 Nursing faculty and those faculty whose initial assignment is in disciplines the Minimum qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges identifies as “disciplines in which a master’s degree is not generally expected or available” may be credited in class placement for years of full-time, paid occupational experience. 3.9.2.3.1 Full-time, paid occupational experience as an apprentice qualifies for credit toward column placement.

3.9.2.3.2 Experience as a teaching or laboratory assistant does not count towards initial salary placement.

3.9.2.3.3 Experience years as an intern paid or unpaid do not count as occupation years.

3.9.3 Step Placement: Up to seven steps may be credited to a faculty member for prior teaching experience. Maximum step placement for teaching experience is step 7.

3.9.3.1 Credit for college teaching experience will be computed as one step for each one year of experience.

3.9.3.2 Credit for high school teaching experience will be computed as one step for each two years of experience.

3.9.4 Initial salary schedule placement for a faculty member occurs prior to the first day of employment with the District as a faculty member. Documentation of education and of prior work experience that may affect initial class and step placement must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 30 days of signing the Initial Employment Agreement. Only work experience completed prior to the first day of employment with the district can be considered. The District shall provide notice to new faculty of this requirement. If documentation is received after the 30 days, changes to step/ class placement will take effect the following semester.

3.9.5 Step Advancement: Faculty will advance one step per year of paid service with the District.

Note: Non-U.S. citizens who cannot provide evidence of authorization to work in the U.S. are ineligible for this position. The Redwoods Community College District does not sponsor non-U.S. citizens to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Statement

The Redwoods Community College District is committed to equal employment opportunity and to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable educational and work environment. The Governing Board supports the intent of the California Legislature to ensure that community colleges build a climate of acceptance and inclusion and that employment opportunities are equalized for all individuals.

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.

Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

College of the Redwoods is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.

ADA Accommodation Notice

Applicants and nominees who believe they are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and require accommodation during any part of the interview or selection process must submit a written request with documentation at least five business days prior to the date of need of the accommodation via e-mail to: College of the Redwoods Human Resources at HR@Redwoods.edu.

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All applicants for faculty and academic administrators must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Faculty applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency.

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

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