Clinical Faculty

As the university's clinical community behavioural health and interprofessional practice training program, Adler Community Health Services provides free, in-person and telehealth, trauma-informed, prevention and intervention services within multiple, distinct organizations located in and servicing residents of Vancouver and Chicago's underserved neighbourhoods.

The Clinical Faculty has four (4) core responsibilities: curriculum and teaching, clinical supervision and professional mentorship of student-trainees, partner site management, and as needed direct clinical service provision. Under the direction of the Director of Training, Clinical Faculty perform these responsibilities in the community, on campus, and remotely as accreditation, university policy, British Columbia law, and professional regulations and ethics allow.

Education/Experience:

• Confirmed master's degree in counselling, counselling psychology, art therapy, or comparable field required.
• Minimum of (2) years documented experience providing clinical supervision.
• Written and verbal fluency in English is required and fluency in an additional language is a plus.
• Substance use prevention and/or treatment experience a plus.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid registration as a Clinical Counsellor and/or Art Therapist in British Columbia in good standing required.

Knowledge/Skills/Attitude:

• Foundational knowledge of trauma-informed treatment.
• Foundational knowledge of clinical supervision.
• Foundational knowledge of diverse populations and a strong demonstration of practicing cultural humility.
• Commitment to lifelong learning in clinical care delivery, diversity and inclusion, and supervision.
• Ability to leverage influence to drive change and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to consistently identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observations.
• Strong demonstration of alignment with Adler's social justice mission and vision.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and visioning acumen.
• Ability to proactively identify challenges and barriers to stated objectives and employ assistance in addressing these.
• Strong collaboration acumen and abilities.
• Demonstration of Emotional Intelligence and professional maturity.
• Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong research acumen and abilities.
• Strong communication acumen including written, oral, and listening.

Supervision (if applicable):  Clinical responsibility for master-level trainees as assigned by Director of Training. Supplemental clinical consultation with doctoral practicum students, interns, and postdoctoral residents as requested by peers and/or assigned by Director of Training.

Work hours/Location: The hours for this position coincide with the trainees' hours, which may include evening hours, Monday through Friday, may vary. 60% or more of the work is performed at ACHS contracted community site partners.

Travel: Travel time of 15%; Travel to clinical sites is required locally within the Vancouver metro area. Clinical Faculty may be required to travel out of province per year or to the United States for professional development purposes or ACHS-related work.

Salary Expectations: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 CAD

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Curriculum and Teaching (30%)

• Provides didactics and seminars to trainees as assigned by Director of Training
• In collaboration with the full clinical team, meets regularly to evaluate and provide recommendations for training programs and clinical services improvement.
• Assists the Director of Training in evaluation and reporting requirements for accreditation and internal and external information requests.

Clinical Supervision and Professional Mentorship of Student-Trainees (30%)

• Provides clinical direction for care delivered by their assigned trainees.
• Provides group and individual supervision to trainees as assigned by Director of Training
• Provides consultation, mentorship, and direct feedback of trainee professionalism competencies.
• Evaluates and enhances trainee performance through written and verbal performance evaluations, and when needed, remediation plans.
• Reviews and approves trainees' clinical documentation.
• Tracks and approves data, such as trainees' hours and treatment outcomes.
• Participates in the review, selection, onboarding, and offboarding of trainees

Partner Site Management (20%)

• Works in partnership with site staff to coordinate all services delivered by ACHS trainees.
• Attends interprofessional team meetings and meets regularly with the partner site point of contact.
• Coordinates and assigns referrals, patient care, and aftercare services.
• Coordinates emergency services when required.

Direct Clinical Service Provision (10%)

• Provides direct clinical services when needed.
• Provides direct emergency clinical interventions when needed.

Other Duties as Assigned by the Director of Training (10%

Work Environment (Physical Demands):  The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 70% sitting, 15% walking, and 15% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

 Adler's Core Competencies 

Commitment to Adler's Mission

• Acts with personal integrity, honesty, compassion. and integrity in all professional responsibilities.
• Aligns professional actions with Adler's commitment to community-rooted education, research, and impact.
• Contributes to a culture that advances health, well-being, and community connection — locally and globally.
• Respects and values colleagues and community partners.

Accountability and Excellence

• Demonstrates results-oriented focus and commitment to quality.
• Consistently meets deadlines and delivers work of high professional standard.
• Prioritizes service and responsiveness.
• Seeks opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and resource use.
• Takes ownership of performance, seeks feedback, and accepts responsibility for actions.

Communication

• Communicates with respect, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Demonstrates active listening and comprehension.
• Expresses ideas clearly and effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Keeps colleagues informed in a timely and transparent manner.

Collaboration and Teamwork

• Actively contributes to and engages with colleagues, partners, and communities.
• Builds relationships rooted in respect, empathy, and trust.
• Demonstrates curiosity, courage, and integrity in guiding work and decisions.
• Makes thoughtful, informed decisions that balance short-term needs with long-term impact.
• Works cooperatively with colleagues to achieve collective goals.

Adaptability and Lifelong Learning

• Approaches challenges with proactive problem-solving.
• Commits to lifelong learning by continuously developing skills, knowledge, and effectiveness.
• Supports and adapts to evolving needs in the work environment.

Partnership with Supervisor

• Engages supervisors as partners in achieving goals.
• Fosters open, respectful communication to maintain alignment and clarity.
• Seeks guidance and feedback when appropriate while demonstrating initiative and accountability.

Adler University is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates from historically marginalized groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community.

In accordance with the British Columbia Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodation will be provided to applicants throughout the recruitment process upon request.