Counselor Student Service Professional, Academic Related I - AR-12mo

About the Role

The Counseling and Psychology Services (CAPS) Department in the Student Health Center (SHC) at Cal State LA is seeking applications for a full-time, academic related (AR), non-tenure-track CAPS Faculty Counselor. Under general direction, the SSP-AR I/Faculty Counselor performs academic-related professional student services work requiring completion of advanced professional training and significant work experience in the specialty area of counseling and psychological services. This classification encompasses positions of fully trained and experienced professionals whose work demonstrates complete competence and leadership within the department to which assigned.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the CAPS Director, the Faculty Counselor is responsible for:

• Clinical Duties: Assume psychological counseling responsibilities by providing a full range of clinical, consultation, and outreach service, including: individual, group, and couples mental health assessment; counseling, psychotherapy, and case management; emergency assessment and crisis intervention; tele-therapy; biopsychosocial/psychological assessment, prevention education; individual, organizational and group consultation; treatment/intervention planning and follow through; referrals to and consulting with other professionals on- and off-campus; Assessment and screening of student athletes for NCAA clearance.
• Training: Training and onboarding new counselors, training and oversight of Masters Practicum Traineeships (in collaboration with the CAPS Clinical Coordinator) and Post-Graduate Specialization Programs; while also assisting in the development and implementation of procedures and practices for traineeships in groups, workshops, and individual treatment for students in Masters and Doctoral programs. Attending CAPS and other departmental meetings as assigned; Psychoeducation to athletic teams on various wellness topics.
• Administrative Duties: Timely documentation of case notes and reports in electronic health records; Participation in CAPS peer review and other activities of the SHC Continuous Quality Improvement program; Data collection, reporting, and analysis as well as organize and present data. Ability to prepare and present oral and written reports which are clear, concise and comprehensive. Works closely with the Athletic Department to assist with athletic clearances (i.e. tracking compliance).

This position also assists the CAPS department in promoting the health and wellbeing of all Cal State L.A. students and the campus community. The Faculty Counselor ensures the team provides services that are equitable, inclusive, culturally sensitive and enhance the quality of campus life.

Minimum Qualifications

• A terminal degree (i.e. a doctorate in behavioral sciences, counseling, psychology or specific related academic field) from an accredited university.
• Possession of a current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or Psychologist. Selected candidates are required to possess at the time of hire or within 24 months of the start of employment an applicable licensure within the State of California.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and developed skills in brief psychotherapy, crisis intervention, consultation, workshops/group psychotherapy, and outreach.
• Demonstrated experience providing and coordinating the provision of individual, couples, and group counseling on an independent basis for clients of various ages.
• Evidence of clinical leadership experience necessary for providing direction and guidance in assessing and treating a broad spectrum of psychological problems, ranging from personal/social adjustment issues to severe emotional disturbances.
• Demonstrated experience with interventions and clinical case management with complex and high-risk clients.
• Ability to utilize and demonstrate professional counseling techniques and strategies to meet the needs of a student body with varied backgrounds, cultures, gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, and other diverse qualities.
• Demonstrated experience handling multicultural, intersectional, and social justice issues and proven ability to interact with diverse individuals and groups.
• Evidence of ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and demonstrate ability and interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment.
• Ability to train and supervise other professionals and paraprofessionals (i.e. associates and/or interns/trainees, practicum students).
• Applicants should have the ability to relate well to others within the academic environment and demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling or psychology related field.
• Two (2) years' experience working in a college, university or other higher education setting.
• Demonstrate experience cultivating and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of mental health and medical staff and specialist, as well as student, administrators, faculty and staff.
• Demonstrate ability to develop and support a positive working environment by exhibiting solution-focused, positive, cooperative, and flexible behavior.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws and ethics pertaining to the field of mental health.
• Experience working at a fast pace, handling spontaneous work demands.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in working with student athletes.
• Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and training.

Pay

Initial Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full-time equivalent Salary Range: $7,127-$12,771/month (anticipated hiring range: $7,127-$7,600).

Required Documentation

Please submit the following with the employment application:

• A cover letter specifically addressing minimum and preferred qualifications.
• A narrative statement describing your commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a multicultural/multiethnic urban campus environment with a substantial population of students who are among the first-generation of their family to attend a college or university.
• An updated curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial transcripts of higher degree.
• Proof of CA BBS licensure or license eligible.

Official Transcripts will be required upon hire offer from an accredited institution and prior to employment. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies by an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Master's, Doctorate's, Doctor's of Philosophy).

Application Deadline

For full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by Sept 14, 2026. Applications received after the deadline may be considered.

To Apply

Please click the Apply Now icon on this page or https://careers.calstatela.edu. Please address all questions to the CAPS Director: Oreyeso@calstatela.edu.