2026-2027 Rehabilitation Counseling/Rehabilitation Studies

Job Details

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title
Adjunct Faculty

FLSA
Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)
99999

EPA Position Type
Faculty

JCAT
206000

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position
Teaching online graduate rehabilitation counseling courses; responsible for teaching, grading, and mentoring students; assignments will be online; courses may range across the breadth of courses in elective areas: deaf and hard of hearing, rural rehabilitation, vocational assessment, and required courses in medical and psychosocial aspects, vocational assessment, rehabilitation research, foundations of rehabilitation counseling, and job placement, practicum and internship courses.

Applicants teaching in on-campus rehabilitation studies deaf (American Sign Language - ASL courses I-IV, deaf culture, and aural rehabilitation) minor program and teaching addictions minor program with courses ( ATOD treatment and ATOD diverse population) will be responsible for teaching, grading, and mentoring students’ performance. Courses will range across our deaf minor consisting of ASL 1, ASL 2, ASL 3, ASL 4, and deaf culture.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Faculty in the the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling instruct and guide graduate and undergraduate level students who are seeking the Masters of Science in rehabilitation counseling or bachelor of science in human services and rehabilitation studies

Position Information

Working Position Title
2026-2027 Rehabilitation Counseling/Rehabilitation Studies

Building and Room No.
Anderson Center C024

Appointment Type
Time limited

If Time Limited.
Yes

Appointment Length.
1-2 Semesterd

Position Number
AJH096

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies
No

Minimum Experience/Education
Graduate program
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in rehabilitation counseling or related degree

Undergraduate program deaf minor
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in American Sign Language ( ASL ), Interpreter Education (IE), or related field with 18 semester hours in ASL or IE; Valid ASLTA Certification or Advanced-Superior Level on the SLPI (or similar ASL proficiency assessment). (undergraduate deaf studies minor) Or a combination of education and experience

Normal Work Schedule
Undergraduate courses are during the day and evening on campus may be assigned as needed.

Graduate courses are evening online classes may be assigned as needed

Department Required Skills
Above average oral, written, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Preference is for candidates with at least 3 years of full-time teaching experience with diverse student learners, including 1st-year college students, and specifically undergraduates.

Preferred Qualifications to teach in deaf minor: The above-listed qualifications, and Teaching experience as an ASL Instructor, valid ASLTA certification, and Advanced or Superior Level on the SLPI (or similar ASL proficiency assessment. (undergraduate deaf studies minor)

Required License or Certification
Teach in the graduate program. CRC required.

Teach in undergraduate program deaf minor
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in American Sign Language ( ASL ), Interpreter Education (IE), or related field with 18 semester hours in ASL or IE; Valid ASLTA Certification or Advanced-Superior Level on the SLPI (or similar ASL proficiency assessment). (undergraduate deaf studies minor) Or a combination of education and experience

Valid US Driver's License
Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required
No

Physical Required
No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Describe the specific job duties related to this competency
Teaching online graduate-level rehabilitation counseling courses; responsible for teaching, grading and mentoring students; assignments will be online; courses may range across the breath of courses elective areas; public vocational rehabilitation, deaf and hard of hearing, rural rehabilitation, vocational assessment and/ or required courses in counseling techniques, human growth, theories, vocational assessment, rehabilitation research, foundations of rehabilitation counseling career, and job placement, practicum and internship courses. Timely submission of semester grades required, and meeting with chair and other rehabilitation counseling faculty as needed.

Applicants teaching in on-campus rehabilitation studies deaf (American Sign Language - ASL courses I-IV) minor program will be responsible for teaching, grading, and mentoring students’ performance. Courses will range across our deaf minor consisting of ASL 1, ASL 2, ASL 3, ASL 4, and deaf culture. Applicants teaching in the addictions minor program will be responsible for teaching, grading, and mentoring students’ performance. Timely submission of semester grades required, and meeting with chair and other rehabilitation counseling faculty as needed.

Percentage Of Time
100

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only
No

Position Type
Faculty

Time Limited Position
Yes

Appointment Length
1-2 Semesters

Salary
Commensurate with education and experience

Open Date
05/11/2026

Close Date
07/01/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834

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Applicant Document
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. References List

Optional Documents
1. Unofficial Transcripts
2. Letter of Reference 1
3. Letter of Reference 2
4. Letter of Reference 3