Adjunct - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,

Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.

Title                                       

Adjunct - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Direct Supervisor   

Director, School of Counseling

Status                                   

Part-Time, Exempt                 

Division                                 

Academic Affairs                     

Target Weekly Hours     10

Location     

2807 N Glebe Road (Main Campus)                       

Benefits Eligibility            

No

JOB SUMMARY

Marymount seeks to build a pool of persons qualified to teach courses specific to Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Qualified applicants will be notified when a teaching need arises.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach designated courses and must be committed to program development, monitoring course content, and course implementation.

• Maintains appropriate office hours (1 hour per course per week) to advise students with regard to coursework.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education 

Terminal degree or candidates in the final stages of receiving their terminal degree is required. Identity and support of the counseling field and profession is required.           

Experience                                  

Licensure and/or certifications in counseling.

Compensation/Benefits 

Adjuncts receive remuneration on a semester basis, and may range from $1,200/credit hour.

They may make their own contribution to a 403b retirement plan.  

Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission.  The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission.  For more information, please visit:  https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/

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