Adjunct(s) in MA Counseling-Law Enforcement & Mental Health Co-Response Concentration

Campus Title: Instructor

Department: Psychology

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Part-time Temporary / Starting September 2026

Supervision Received: Reports to the Chair of the Psychology Department

Supervision Exercised: None

Salary: The incoming stipend for 3 credits in graduate programming is $5,321.73 - $6,141.27 depending on faculty rank.

Adjunct Position(s) in MA Counseling - Law Enforcement & Mental Health Co-Response Concentration

General Statement of Duties:

The Psychology Department at Westfield State University invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach classes in the new MA Counseling Concentration in Law Enforcement and Mental Health Co-Response, with courses starting September 2026. Candidates who are also qualified to teach one or more of the following are encouraged to apply: Mental Disorder & Criminal Behavior; Mental Health and the Criminal Justice System; Rapid Assessment for Mental Health Counseling Co-Responders; Crisis Intervention for Mental Health Counseling Co-Responders; Substance Use Assessment & Intervention; other courses in the MA Counseling program.

Job Requirements:

Required qualifications include:

• At minimum, Master's Degree in Counseling or related field
• Preference for those with experience or expertise in law enforcement and mental health co-response, though relevant experience working with forensic populations will be considered
• Ability to teach one or more of the courses listed in the job responsibilities
• Teach evening courses in-person

Preferred qualifications include:

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or in Criminal Justice
• ABD will be considered
• License-eligible in Massachusetts
• Experience teaching at the graduate level

Additional Information:

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.