"Part-Time Faculty - Alcohol and Other Drugs in Human Service Settings (Fall 2025)"

Job Description

The School of Education seeks an instructor to teach, SWK 781 - Alcohol and Other Drugs in Human Service Settings (3 credits), in-person, main campus program. Introduces theory and practice strategies appropriate to understand and address alcohol and other drug problems among clients in various human services settings. This course provides relevant theory and skills needed by social workers to address the alcohol and other drug (AOD) problems they will encounter with clients in various practice settings. The course uses lecture, discussion, case study, videos, music, and field experiences to facilitate learning in the following areas: Current theory pertaining to AOD problems, the role of self-help (mutual aid) groups, assessment strategies appropriate to human services settings, motivational enhancement, relapse prevention, family issues, key public policy issues, and the chemical dependency treatment system. The influence of gender, age, race, disability, and sexual orientation on addiction and recovery are also addressed. In keeping with the 'personal awareness' aspect of social work practice, the course involves critical exploration by students of their own attitudes and beliefs regarding AOD.

Qualifications

• MSW with previous online graduate-level social work teaching experience preferred.
• Candidate must have two years post-masters experience.

Responsibilities

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.
• Completion and submission of CSWE competency-based student outcomes for department assessment/accreditation.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Application Instructions

Please submit a resume/CV and cover letter.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.