Staff Counselor/Psychologist - University Counseling Services #26-15

California State University System•Northridge, CA

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About The Position

Required Qualifications: Master's degree in a clinical field or doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Counseling or Clinical Psychology. Eligibility for licensure in the State of California as an LCSW, LMFT, or psychologist. If unlicensed, must become licensed within 24 months of employment. If licensed within another state, must obtain licensure in California within one year. Supervised internship experience (or minimum of one year of work equivalent) in a university counseling center, mental health agency, or related professional setting, with the ability to support the mental health, well-being, and academic success of students. Demonstrated generalist clinical, therapeutic, and diagnostic skills, including the ability to provide clinical assessment and intakes; brief, focused, and effective counseling; psycho-educational workshops; and outreach services. Demonstrated experience and/or special training in the provision of crisis/urgent care services and clinical case management. Interest in consultation and collaboration with CSUN's CARE and Conduct Coordinator and Department of Police Services (DPS), regarding students of concern (as needed). Demonstrated commitment to multiculturalism and ability to work effectively with diverse individuals (e.g., race, ethnicity, culture, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, spirituality, ability differences, age, national origin, immigration status, language). Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals and actively contribute to a collegial working environment. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills and ability to engage in effective time management. Preferred Qualifications: Current licensure in the State of California as an LCSW, LMFT, or psychologist. Clinical supervision experience. Experience in university counseling center settings. Application Deadline: The preferred application deadline is December 1, 2025, and applications received after this date may be considered on an as-needed basis. However, the position will remain open until filled. How to Apply: Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers Applicants must submit the following items to the website in the section above. A cover letter (specifically addressing the qualifications and responsibilities described above) Curriculum vitae Names and contact information for 3 professional references Copy of graduate transcripts. In later stages of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials, including verification of terminal degrees, licenses, and certificates. At the time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee. General Information: In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Northridge has made crime-reporting statistics available online here. Print copies are available by request from the Department of Police Services, the Office for Faculty Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity. The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting University Counseling Services at (818)677-2366. Advertised: Nov 13 2025 Pacific Standard Time Applications close:

Requirements

Master's degree in a clinical field or doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Counseling or Clinical Psychology.
Eligibility for licensure in the State of California as an LCSW, LMFT, or psychologist. If unlicensed, must become licensed within 24 months of employment. If licensed within another state, must obtain licensure in California within one year.
Supervised internship experience (or minimum of one year of work equivalent) in a university counseling center, mental health agency, or related professional setting, with the ability to support the mental health, well-being, and academic success of students.
Demonstrated generalist clinical, therapeutic, and diagnostic skills, including the ability to provide clinical assessment and intakes; brief, focused, and effective counseling; psycho-educational workshops; and outreach services.
Demonstrated experience and/or special training in the provision of crisis/urgent care services and clinical case management.
Interest in consultation and collaboration with CSUN's CARE and Conduct Coordinator and Department of Police Services (DPS), regarding students of concern (as needed).
Demonstrated commitment to multiculturalism and ability to work effectively with diverse individuals (e.g., race, ethnicity, culture, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, spirituality, ability differences, age, national origin, immigration status, language).
Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals and actively contribute to a collegial working environment.
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills and ability to engage in effective time management.