Clinical Counselor - Counselor Faculty

California State University, Monterey Bay; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 69,426 - 95,897; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Fee waiver education program

Retirement system membership

Access to campus housing

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay seeks a full-time psychologist/counselor to deliver culturally sensitive clinical services to students. The role involves assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and various outreach initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a doctorate in psychology or a relevant master's degree, along with licensure in California. Strong communication, teamwork skills, and experience with diverse populations are essential.

This appointment is temporary but may be renewed annually based on performance and program needs.

Qualifications

• Licensed in California as LPCC, LMFT, or LCSW.
• Experience in time-limited psychotherapy with young adults.
• Competence in assessment and treatment of AOD issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services for students.
• Develop outreach and program services.
• Offer consultation on mental health issues.

Skills

Clinical counseling

Crisis intervention

Teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in counseling or clinical psychology

Masters in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Classification

12-Month & Academic Year Faculty

Priority Screening Date

Open until filled

Recruitment Status

This position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants who are not hired at this time will remain in the pool for future consideration.

Position Details

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Health and Wellness Services, the psychologist/counselor will provide a full range of culturally sensitive clinical and non-clinical services for the students at California State University, Monterey Bay. Clinical services will include assessment/evaluation, individual, group, and couples counseling, crisis intervention, and case management. In addition to direct clinical services, the psychologist/counselor will provide campus outreach, training, and consultation to students, faculty, and staff.

Job Duties

• Provide direct clinical services including assessment/diagnosis, short‑term individual counseling, group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, follow‑up, and case management; collaborate with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, NPs, and other medical providers to offer comprehensive care.
• Develop and implement outreach and program services such as presentations, workshops, prevention projects, residence hall training, seminars, and mental health screenings.
• Offer consultative expertise to the university community on mental health and psychological well‑being; provide consultation and occasional in‑service training to faculty, administrators, and student leaders.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Doctorate in counseling or clinical psychology from a regionally accredited university; or
• Masters in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or equivalent from an accredited university;
• Licensed in the State of California to practice as a mental health counselor (LPCC, LMFT, or LCSW).

Candidates who have not yet obtained licensure may be considered if they can demonstrate an expected licensure within one year.

Experience

• Experience in time‑limited psychotherapy and crisis intervention with young adults.
• Competence in the assessment and treatment of AOD issues, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
• Training in supporting marginalized communities, including racialized people, people with disabilities, and BIPOC students.
• Ability to conceptualize cases and provide diagnoses within a sociocultural context.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Capacity to maintain timely case documentation in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience providing psychological services in a university or college counseling center.
• Specialization in time‑limited therapeutic approaches (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
• Experience and interest in leading psychotherapy or psycho‑educational groups.
• Strong skills in suicide risk assessment and management.
• Bilingual ability to conduct services in both English and Spanish.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to CSUMB's Vision.

Other Information

This is a full‑time, temporary appointment in the Student Services Professional‑Academic Related classification. It is not a probationary position and does not establish consideration for subsequent appointments or any further appointment rights. However, the appointment may be renewed annually based on satisfactory performance and program needs.

Special Conditions Of Employment

• All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check (including a criminal records check).
• The incumbent will report discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and related issues to the Campus Title IX Officer and comply with CSU Executive Orders EO 1095, EO 1096, and EO 1097.
• Maintain confidentiality as outlined in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California's Educational Code Chapter 13.
• Employment condition: Working in the State of California.

Compensation

Starting compensation ranges from $6,221 to $8,593 per month.

CSU Salary Schedule

CSUMB provides pay scales based on scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU system‑wide pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes excellent health, dental, and vision plans; a fee waiver education program; and membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The university also provides access to affordable campus housing through the Schoonover Employee Housing program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter‑group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.