Full-Time, Staff Counselor -12-Month (3 Positions)

California State University System • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

The Counseling and Psychological Services center at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is seeking a qualified mental health clinician to provide clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and brief psychotherapy to a diverse University student population. The role includes outreach and consultation to the campus community and its various stakeholders. The clinician will be expected to spend at least 60% to 65% of their time providing direct services, which include individual/group counseling, intakes, assessment, crisis intervention, and other clinical services assigned. The position also involves supervising interns as needed and performing additional tasks as directed by the CAPS Director or the Student Affairs Leadership Team. CSULB is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community, and the ideal candidate will support the academic success of all students, including those from underrepresented backgrounds.

Requirements

• Master's degree in the related mental health field or Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program.
• Licensed (i.e., Psychologist, LCSW, LPCC, & LMFT) in the state of California.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strengths-based trauma-informed psychological services.
• Experience providing crisis intervention and triage work in a fast-paced setting.
• Demonstrated commitment and/or expertise in working with a diverse population.
• Ability to work as part of a team through close collaboration with colleagues and partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated commitment and/or expertise in working with a diverse student population.
• Experience utilizing a time-limited model of care.
• Experience and knowledge of electronic medical records systems (Titanium).
• Strong verbal and communication skills to communicate effectively with clinical providers and campus partners.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as part of a professional team.
• Outreach experience with a history of direct service and engagement with campus communities.
• Experience in group therapy, crisis intervention and management, and teletherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and brief psychotherapy to a diverse University student population.
• Provides consultative services to members of the university community regarding student mental health issues.
• Consults with faculty and staff regarding students within professional, legal, and ethical boundaries.
• Consults with students' parents, spouses, and concerned friends regarding student care.
• Spends at least 60% to 65% of base time providing direct services including individual/group counseling, intakes, assessment, and crisis intervention.
• Supervises interns as needed, as permitted by licensure.
• Performs additional tasks as directed by the CAPS Director or the Student Affairs Leadership Team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.
• Retirement plans including 401k.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees