Clinical Counselor (License Psychologist)Job no: 562351
Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian)
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Counselor (Non-instructional Faculty)
Clinical Counselor- Position: Student Services Professional, Academic Related II - 12 mo
- Term: AY 2026-2027
- Time Basis/Appointment Type: Full-Time, Temporary
- Workplace Type: On-site (work in-person at business location)
- Division: Student Affairs
- Department: Student Health & Counseling Services
The SHCS is seeking interested mental health providers for a non-tenure track Student Services Professional, Academic-Related II (SSP-AR II) clinical counselor position. This position will be full-time and may be renewable as a 12-month appointment pending budget, campus need and satisfactory evaluations. This position is responsible for providing short-term individual, couple, group therapy, triage, outreach, consultation, and crisis counseling and clinical supervision to interns and practicum students. Counselors are expected to spend about 60-65% of their time providing direct service to eligible CSUSM students per Executive Order 1053. This position is adjusted to 55% for supervision duties. Counselors are also expected to participate in a multidisciplinary treatment team, providing referrals when appropriate, and consultation to faculty, staff and the community.
In the California State University system, Student Services Professionals, Academic-Related (SSP-AR) are in the California Faculty Association (bargaining unit 3). SHCS strives to advance student success by promoting wellness, removing psychological barriers, facilitating self-awareness, and cultivating the personal strengths of our students. SHCS has a focus on inclusive excellence that is thematic throughout all programs and values a leadership structure that is respectful, cohesive, and team oriented. SHCS seeks to recruit and retain a team representing a wide range of experiences, identities, and perspectives as a commitment to serve our University's student body and to recruit and retain faculty who enthusiastically support the University's strong commitment to the academic success of all our students, including those from various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, a range of socio-economic circumstances, and a spectrum of sexual orientations and gender expressions.
Minimum qualifications:- Licensed as a Psychologist in California, or licensed as a Psychologist in another state and eligible for California licensure, which must be obtained within one year of the start date.
- Possession of a Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-Accredited doctoral program.
- Demonstrated commitment to and experience in working with clients from different cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Demonstrated generalist clinical skills including short-term/time-limited, evidence-based individual and group modalities, and crisis intervention.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a stressful environment.
- Ability to independently organize, manage, and prioritize tasks, including clinical caseload.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Performing work in the State of California is a condition of employment.
Preferred qualifications:- Experience providing clinical services (e.g., individual, group, couple's therapy) to a diverse campus community, including non-traditional college students, or first-generation college students.
- Experience providing clinical supervision.
- Experience providing psycho-educational outreach on various mental health subjects.
- Training and/or experience providing clinical services in more than one language. Spanish preferred.
- Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to counseling and, as applicable, service.
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience: This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, Academic Year exempt position and is benefits eligible.
- Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $7,830-10,000 per full-time month
The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
- CSU Classification Salary Range SSP-AR II - 12 mo: $7,830 - $14,019 per full-time month
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.
Application:To apply, please complete the following:
- Your completed faculty application
- Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
- Contact information for three current references
- Letter of interest (uploaded)
Timeline: A review of applications will begin on October 22, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.
CSUSM 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.
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Advertised: Oct 08 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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