Psychologists or Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Coast Community College District; California, Costa Mesa (MO, CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Medical Professional Expert to provide specialized mental health services. This temporary position focuses on personal therapy, crisis counseling, and clinical supervision, requiring advanced degrees and relevant licenses. The role emphasizes diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to supporting students and staff through wellness activities and mental health training. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping others and a strong background in counseling or psychology. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant education and valid licenses/certifications are required.
• Experience in personal therapy and mental health training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal therapy and crisis counseling to students.
• Conduct wellness activities and mental health training for faculty/staff.

Skills

Crisis Counseling

Clinical Supervision

Therapeutic Techniques

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling

Doctoral Degree (PsyD or PhD)

Job description

Definition

Under general supervision, the Medical Professional Expert provides assistance and support based on assignments and supervisor instructions. These experts:

• Possess specialized knowledge or expertise beyond standard classifications.
• Require specific training, experience, or competence for expert services.
• Are employed temporarily for specific projects.
• Employment terms are detailed in the Professional Expert Agreement.

Non-academic, non-classified Professional Experts are not part of the classified service. Short-term employees are at-will and hold no entitlement rights. Employment will not displace Classified personnel.

*Retired CalPERS Annuitants: may work up to 960 hours annually (July 1 - June 30).

Representative Duties

Provide personal therapy, crisis counseling, clinical supervision to interns, wellness activities, faculty/staff mental health training, and student outreach. Marriage and family therapists (Licensed Mental Health Counselors) require at least a master's degree. Clinical psychologists need doctoral degrees (PsyD or PhD). Both roles provide therapy.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

• Relevant education, experience, and/or training, including valid licenses/certifications, are required.

Conditions of Employment

This is a temporary, short-term position with employment terms arranged with the supervisor. The recruitment creates a candidate pool for as-needed assignments, valid for one year. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews; please do not call HR regarding application status.

Employment is contingent upon background checks, verification, work eligibility, and approval by the Board. Regular attendance is essential. The position is a mandated reporter under California law, and the district promotes diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.

Application materials must be submitted online at http://www.cccd.edu/employment. Incomplete or mailed applications will not be considered.

Additional Information

Application Requirements: Complete the online application and answer all supplemental questions thoroughly. Candidates are responsible for their own travel expenses for interviews.

Disability Accommodations: Notify HR at [phone] for assistance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: These are representative of the job's essential functions and environment. Accommodations are available upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The district values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected statuses. The district includes Coastline College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College, serving diverse educational needs since 1947.

For more info, see the Title IX resources and the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.