Associate Counselor (Pool)

The California State University; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 19,831 - 21,650; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans (CalPERS, 401(k), 457, 403(b))

Tuition fee waiver

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

The California State University is seeking an Associate Counselor for a temporary, part-time role to support students’ mental health. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and provide counseling services, crisis intervention, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

This position is part of a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional development. Benefits include medical and retirement options. The role requires knowledge in counseling theory and a commitment to ethical practices.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of professional counseling theory and practice.
• Adherence to professional, legal, and ethical standards.
• Experience identifying and managing issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake assessments and crisis intervention.
• Conduct short-term individual and couples counseling.
• Collaborate with counseling and medical staff.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Short-term therapy

Couples therapy

Group therapy

Cultural competence

Communication skills

Proficiency in Spanish

Proficiency in Mandarin

Proficiency in Cantonese

Education

Master's degree in counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Job Details

Apply now • Job no: 558181 • Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian) • Location: East Bay • Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Counselor (Non-instructional Faculty)

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $1,777 – $1,940/month for this part‑time, 3‑day‑a‑week position (0.6 time base).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401(k), 457, 403(b), dependent health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, one personal holiday, and tuition fee waiver.

About the Position

Associate Counselors have completed a master’s degree in counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work and must be gathering hours of supervised clinical experience toward licensure. Positions are temporary, part‑time (0.6 time‑base) through May 21, 2027, with a possible reappointment and a maximum of 2 years in the role.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director of Counseling and a clinical supervisor, Associate Counselors provide intake assessments, crisis intervention, and short‑term individual and couples counseling to university students. They collaborate with counseling and medical staff to promote students’ mental and physical health, and may offer group counseling and outreach presentations in partnership with licensed clinical staff.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of professional counseling theory and practice, and adherence to professional, legal, and ethical standards.
• Master’s degree from an accredited program in counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

• Experience or strong desire to learn about crisis intervention, short‑term therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and outreach/consultation.
• Experience or strong desire to work as a clinical generalist with common issue areas such as depression, anxiety, sexual assault, autism spectrum disorders, anger management, sexual disorders, eating disorders, domestic violence, and substance abuse treatment.
• Proficiency with electronic health records.
• Strong experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of mental health and medical providers.
• Experience in a college or university setting.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese (preferred).

Condition(s) of Employment

Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating identity and eligibility to work in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check, including a criminal records check and employment verification, and LiveScan (if appropriate), must be completed and cleared prior to employment. Candidates must also disclose any final administrative or judicial decision regarding sexual harassment within the last 7 years, after meeting minimum qualifications.

EEO Statement

CSUEB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or disability. CSUEB complies with California law and federal civil rights laws, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the California Equity in Higher Education Act. CSUEB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.