Working TitleClinical CounselorSF State UniversitySan Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager.Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu.San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties.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.This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.DepartmentCounseling & Psychological ServicesAppointment TypeTemporary - This position will end on or before one year from date of hire and is eligible for reappointment.This position cannot earn permanency under the current CFA Contract Provisions.Time BaseFull-time (1.0 FTE)Work ScheduleMonday through Friday; from 8:00 am to 5:00 pmAnticipated Hiring Range$7,084.00 - $7,500.00 Per Month ($85,008.00 - $90,000.00 Annually)Salary is commensurate with experience.Position SummaryReporting to the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), the Clinical Counselor provides a full-range of individual and group psychological services to students, who represent a wide range of multicultural backgrounds, presenting complex psychosocial, personal, and family issues. The Clinical Counselor effectively represents CAPS as a member of the University faculty, and performs additional professional services as individual skills, interests, and agency needs indicate.Position InformationThis position is a full-time, 10-month, position paid over twelve months, with 2 months off as determined by the needs of the center; likely January and one of the summer months. While the position is classified as “temporary,” the expectation is that it will be renewed annually contingent on performance, departmental needs, and budgetary constraints. At this time, CAPS is providing both in-person and remote (via Zoom) services to students. This position offers flexibility with in-person and remote work contingent on department coverage and needs. Some in-person work is required; there is no option for full remote work.The successful candidate will maintain a clinical caseload of students representing the diversity of SF State students. Clinical counselors shall spend at least 60-65% of their time base providing direct services. The duties of this position are focused on: providing intake and assessment/triage, provision of brief individual, group, marital, and couples counseling (using time-limited treatment models), outreach, referrals, crisis intervention, and consultation.There may be other duties as assigned as well.Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience: Applicants for Student Services Professional, Academic-Related I should have a combination of education and experience comparable to the minimum qualifications typically required of individuals eligible for holding the rank of Assistant Professor. A primary consideration in evaluating the education and experience of candidates for an SSP AR I position is the degree in which such experience and education provide evidence of the specialized skill and knowledge requirements and the potential ability essential to successful performance of the assigned functions of the position to be filled. Minimum qualifications typically required include possession of an appropriate terminal degree, e.g., either a Doctorate in behavioral sciences, counseling, psychology or a specific related academic field or a California license as a Psychologist, Marriage, Family and Child Counselor or as a Clinical Social Worker which requires a Master's Degree in social work with appropriate internship.Knowledge and Abilities: Dependent upon the specific position and classification under consideration, candidates should possess most or all of the following:Knowledge of organizational development, planning and structure; principles of administrative, personnel and fiscal management; professional counseling techniques and strategies; statistics and research methodologies; specific academic discipline. Knowledge of or ability to understand the role and functioning of Student Services and Academic Affairs programs in a higher education setting and work with students from multicultural backgrounds presenting various attitudes and value systems.Demonstrated ability to counsel students utilizing professional counseling techniques and strategies and meet the needs of a multicultural, diverse and multi-aged student body group; plan and conduct workshops and groups utilizing innovative facilitation techniques; visualize needed changes and improvements in counseling or related programs; originate new, different or creative solutions to student problems; gain acceptance of program operations based on positive working relationships and recognition and understanding of the need for compromise; understand the roles and responsibilities of others and to gauge relationships accordingly by taking into account the variety of the interrelationships, motivations and goals of the members of the organizations served; collect and analyze data or information; solve problems and to draw conclusions from an analysis of the data collected; apply and utilize various statistical and research methods; organize and present data and information in a concise and logical manner; interview skillfully; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; prepare and present oral and written reports which are clear, concise and comprehensive; and ability to continually increase the range of comprehension and knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of the research performed in the Student Services area.Incumbent must possess and maintain a current, valid, and unrestricted license (MFT, LCSW, or Psychologist) to practice as a therapist in California from the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology, or be eligible to sit for licensure by the anticipated start date. If the licensure is out of state, it must comply with the Board of Psychology regulations for obtaining licensure in order to practice in California.Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a multicultural urban setting;
Experience in the provision of clinical services to students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or PoC;
Experience in the provision of outreach and consultation services to the university community, particularly for students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or PoC;
Experience and clinical effectiveness in multicultural counseling approaches with ethnically and culturally diverse clients and communities;
Knowledge and experience working with clinical issues common in a university setting (e.g. substance abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, conflict resolution, individual/group conflict resolution, trauma debriefing, etc.);
Clinical skills and experience in time-limited, short-term approaches, with a broad range of complex personal and interpersonal issues;
Ability to establish effective working collaborations between individuals and groups representing different cultures, interest groups, and/or departments;
Ability to provide effective consultation regarding a variety of psychological incident debriefing capabilities;
Extensive experience making discerning judgments regarding complex legal and ethical issues;
Experience in working with immigrant and international student populations; and
Proficiency in a second language.

Environmental/Physical/SpecialIncumbent has their own work area and must be able to work effectively with a variety of individuals and function in a high visibility area, occasionally under pressure. Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. Occasional evening, after-hours, and weekend coverage for university events and/or emergency/crisis situations are required. Incumbent must be able to work remotely as needed.Pre-Employment RequirementsThis position requires the successful completion of a background check.Eligibility to WorkApplicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.BenefitsThreaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.Additional InformationSF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19. The systemwide policy can be found atThe Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.Advertised: Jun 05 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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