Sanctuary Institute Adjunct Faculty/Trainer-Per Diem

About the Institute: 

At the Sanctuary Institute, we help communities and organizations develop inclusive, trauma responsive systems that address adversity through empathy, accountability, and sustainable change. Rooted in the Sanctuary Model, a comprehensive framework for clinical and organizational transformation, the Institute equips organizations to build healthier workforces, strengthen retention, improve outcomes, and cultivate cultures of resilience and collaboration.

Over time, the Institute has expanded beyond full implementation of the Sanctuary Model to offer a diverse array of services, including customized training, strategic consultation, coaching, and resource development that support trauma informed transformation around the world.

We partner with organizations in multiple sectors, including residential treatment centers, juvenile justice programs, schools, hospitals, community agencies, domestic violence and homeless shelters, and state systems. Together, we align values, culture, and practice with trauma informed principles to drive lasting and systemic change.

Today, the Institute stands at an exciting point of growth and innovation, enhancing the Model, expanding its offerings, and engaging our network and new sectors in meaningful and forward-thinking ways.

Job Overview

The Adjunct Faculty Member plays a vital role in advancing the mission and growth of the Sanctuary Institute. We are seeking dynamic professionals with experience in workshop facilitation and expertise in trauma responsive practice, organizational change, trauma treatment, leadership coaching, and/or the Sanctuary Model.

This position involves both project management and the delivery of training and consultation services to organizations across the country and beyond. While travel is a significant component of this role, candidates must also be comfortable providing services virtually and using digital systems for record keeping, scheduling, and communication.

Essential Duties

Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Deliver Trauma-Informed Services: Design and facilitate engaging workshops and provide consultation that reflects the core principles of trauma-informed care. 

• Support Organizational Change: Guide client organizations through various stages of change, which may include implementation of the Sanctuary Model, from initial readiness to long-term sustainability.

• Create Resources: Develop written materials such as reports, curricula, and tools that are accessible, thoughtful, and grounded in trauma-informed values.

• Engage Clients and the Network: Cultivate meaningful relationships with partner organizations, potential clients, and Sanctuary Network members. Attend and present at annual Network Days Conference.

• Collaborate: Participate in internal team meetings, supervision, and contract reviews to support learning and cohesion. Work collaboratively with team and integrate feedback. 

• Manage Projects and Technology: Use project management tools and virtual platforms to stay organized, deliver hybrid services, meet deadlines, and maintain clear communication.

• Contribute to Institute Growth: Present at conferences, lead webinars, facilitate internal and external events, and collaborate on new initiatives.

• Embrace Growth and Change: Take on additional projects or responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Vice President of Business Operations or the Director of Training and Development, supporting the evolving needs of the team and mission.

Please note the hourly $80 rate of pay reflected is  for client focused work. For administrative work and in house meetings the hourly rate is $30 per hour.  

Essential Qualifications

Key qualifications include:

• Graduate degree required; PhD/LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/M.Ed., or equivalent preferred 
• Minimum two years of experience in trauma-informed services or within a Sanctuary organization.
• Experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
• Executive leadership or leadership coaching
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Organizational change management
• The Sanctuary Model
• Trauma treatment

• Minimum two years of experience facilitating training, teaching, or leading group sessions.
• Strong communication, writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting inclusive, collaborative, and equitable workplaces. 

• Proficiency with technology, including video conferencing, digital file management, and project tracking tools.
• Willingness and ability to travel (up to 90%), including overnights and some weekends.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (passport for international travel as needed) and access to personal transportation is required
• Reasonable access to local airports is essential for travel 
• Must be able to reach, walk, sit, climb stairs, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25lbs 
• The employee must be able to meet all specified requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation

Disclaimer 

Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’s right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice. 

EEO Statement 

Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.