Professor

Professor, Addictions & Mental Health - FSCS - FT Academic

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Find Your Spot at Humber

If you are an educational leader looking for an opportunity to be part of a transformative experience and contribute as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Humber Polytechnic, one of Canada’s leading postsecondary institutions, offers a combination of theoretical learning and hands on experience and meets its vision of transforming postsecondary education through global and polytechnic leadership.

Humber offers a variety of credentials and flexible learning options including: bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, certificates, graduate certificates and apprentice programs. Faculty and students excel in business, applied technology, media studies, liberal arts and sciences, social & community services, health sciences, hospitality, and creative and performing arts.

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to the largest polytechnic in Ontario, as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Job Details:
Position Title: Professor (cross-appointment), Bachelor of Social Science - Addictions and Mental Health, and Addictions and Mental Health Ontario Graduate Certificate

Status: Full-Time Academic

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Social & Community Services

Campus/Location: Lakeshore Campus

Salary: Academic starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience as detailed in the collective agreement for academic employees.

About the Faculty of Social & Community Services at Humber:
The Faculty of Social and Community Services (FSCS) is committed to sharing knowledge and experience with students to help them become skilled, adaptable, compassionate and career ready graduates. Our faculty experts reinforce excellence, and a commitment to social justice, as students learn to work across a range of careers in the social, community and justice sectors.

About the Professor Role:
The successful candidate will be required to teach a range of courses in both the Bachelor of Social Science – Addictions and Mental Health and the Addictions and Mental Health Ontario Graduate Certificate. Teaching assignments may also include courses in a range of related programs at the diploma, degree and/or Ontario graduate certificate level.

The incumbent will teach, develop curriculum, design/revise specific courses, create an effective and innovative learning environment for our students, assess student progress and achievement; work collaboratively with colleagues, participate in committees and related associations. Teaching may be assigned at both the North and Lakeshore campuses and may include teaching at Humber Downtown.

The incumbent will also support student advising, student recruitment, graduate placement, assist with the promotion and marketing of programs and develop and maintain strong industry and community ties.

About You:
You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:

Education
The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Sociology, Social Policy, or a related discipline. Candidates who are ABD (All But Dissertation) will also be considered.

Experience/Skills
Candidates will have a proven teaching ability, with a minimum of 5 years of experience teaching at the post-secondary level. Additional qualifications include a minimum of 5 years of community-related practice and/or clinical experience, knowledge of current trends in the field of addictions and mental health, and experience working with diverse communities. Preference will be given to candidates with practical community-related professional experience in the field of addictions and mental health.

The candidate must demonstrate ability to teach courses across the institution, along with having specialized skills in the following areas: ability to translate theory into practical application; ability to supervise field placements and/or thesis projects; ability to participate in industry-led or community-based applied research; and excellent written and oral communication abilities.

In addition, the successful candidate will have effective teaching skills, demonstrated ability to coach and support students, experience managing classroom dynamics, and strong knowledge and application of student-centric pedagogical principles. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated ability to contribute positively to curriculum development and delivery. They will possess well developed interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills and will be a collaborative team player who is committed to a positive team culture.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to, and knowledge of, principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and anti-oppressive practice while demonstrating the core values of the Faculty of Social and Community Services which are inclusion, compassion, integrity, self-awareness, and respect.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Humber Polytechnic we don't just accept difference we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Humber. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Humber!

What's in it for you?

• An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.
• Be part of a diverse, hard-working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks!

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the Collective Agreement (Article 27.11).

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.

Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation
Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement
At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment (humanrights@humber.ca).

Position Type FT Academic

Work Locations Lakeshore Campus 3199 Lakeshore Blvd. West Etobicoke M8V 1K8

Job Family Community Service

Deadline to Apply November 24, 2024

Job Posting 11/12/24

Department Faculty of Social & Community Services