Counselor - Student Services Professional, Academic-Related I, 12 months

Locations Southern California Categories Appointment Type Temporary Bargaining Unit Time Basis Full Time Counselor - Student Services Professional, Academic-Related I, 12 months Job no: 557838 Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian) Location: Pomona Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time Position Description CAPS invites applications for multiple non‑tenure track Faculty Counselor Lecturer positions (12‑month, with anticipated renewal). Counselors will join a collaborative team of professionals passionate about advancing student success by promoting student wellbeing, removing psychological barriers, and cultivating personal strengths. Generalist positions require excellence in clinical service delivery including brief individual counseling, couples and/or group counseling, conducting intakes, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and psycho‑educational outreach. Counselors also provide clinical supervision to unlicensed clinicians. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, Clinical Social Work or related field. Valid California license to practice as a mental health provider (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, Psychologist) or eligibility for licensure within 6 months of hire. Knowledge of California legal and ethical standards and ability to use sound ethical judgment during treatment, consultation, and crisis intervention. Ability to provide generalist psychological services to a diverse college student population. Experience Required Work in a university or college counseling center or similar mental health setting. Experience providing brief therapy using evidence‑based approaches. Experience addressing the needs of culturally diverse clients. Experience providing group counseling (process or psycho‑educational). Experience providing crisis intervention. Experience in case management and facilitating campus and community referrals. Experience developing and implementing outreach services such as consultations, trainings, workshops, and presentations. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Strong communication skills, including oral presentation and written reporting. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across constituencies. Independent decision‑making, sound clinical judgment, multitasking, and priority setting. Willingness and availability to work evenings and weekends for outreach or crisis events. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work, or related field. Professional experience or specialty in areas such as adjustment, acculturation, first‑generation student experiences, men’s mental health, eating disorders, or substance use recovery. Ability to utilize counseling techniques for students of varied backgrounds, cultures, identities, and orientations. Collaborate with campus partners serving first‑generation students and identity‑based organizations. Salary Student Services Professional‑Academic Related I‑12‑month salary range: $7,127 to $12,771 per month (12 monthly payments per year). Anticipated hiring range not to exceed $7,400 per month. How to Apply Applications must be submitted via PageUp. Complete applications submitted by June 8, 2026 will be given full consideration. Positions remain open until filled. A complete application will consist of: Letter of application addressing interest and background relative to qualifications. Curriculum vitae. Completed Employment Form (available at Copy of CA license or confirmation of license eligibility within 6 months of hire. Copy of graduate transcripts (official confirmation of degree required). Three professional references with names and email addresses. EEO Statement This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on protected status. The university commits to compliance with federal and state civil rights laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, Title VI, Title IX, and other applicable anti‑discrimination regulations. Reasonable Accommodation Applicants and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations. Contact the ADA Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr