Wed, Apr 15th, '26
Guaranteed review if application complete prior to April 30, 2026
June 2026, or as negotiated
Wed, Apr 15th, '26
This position reports to the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services and holds primary responsibility for development, support, and oversight of a new initiative intended to support the mission of Campus Health & Wellbeing (CH&W) and Residential Student Experience (RSE) by providing safe, supportive, and therapeutic care for Cal Poly students through the Mustang Mental Health Response (MMHR) program. This program is intended to provide students with a full range of options to help solve their crisis in the best setting possible. Specifically, this position will establish the program including coordination with campus and community partners, procedure development, and evaluation plan. Once the establishment of this program is complete, duties and responsibilities will shift to maintenance and improvement of the program over time.
The position also offers clinical coverage for crisis intervention, safety planning, stabilization support, and consultation embedded in campus housing as needed. Follow up services may include therapy within this program, referrals to clinicians within CAPS, referrals to higher levels of care and/or community services. This position includes work with serious presenting concerns, requiring the ability to conceptualize cases and provide responsive care within sociocultural context.
Known for its Learn by Doing pedagogy, Cal Poly is the flagship of the world-renowned California State University system. Annually recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation, Cal Poly continues to offer an academic curriculum based on learned experience gained through real-world practice. Located in San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly is nestled comfortably among the coastal foothills, minutes from the Pacific Ocean and equidistant to the Bay Area and Los Angeles.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
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Graduation from an APA Accredited/BBS-approved graduate training program
Training and experience in college counseling center.
Experience in Residence Life on a college campus.
Program development experience.
Ability to provide clinical services in a language other than English.
Demonstrated specialized training and/or clinical expertise applicable to crisis support and stabilization, and ability to share knowledge in accessible and applicable ways to teammates and the campus community.
Experience working with electronic system for scheduling and case notes.
5150 Designation in California.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $108,000 - $115,000 annually
Classification Range: $93,960-$168,228
To apply, please include (1) a cover letter illustrating how you meet the requirements of the position, particularly regarding crisis and diagnostic experience and expertise in providing services to underserved student populations, (2) curriculum vitae (CV), (3) unofficial transcripts to your online application, (4) a copy of license (as applicable), and (5) responses to the supplemental application questions listed below.
Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Cal Poly will directly solicit letters from the people listed by applicants; please include your current/most recent supervisor as one of these three. Sealed official transcripts showing highest degree earned will be required of finalists.
Supplemental Questions are included within the application.
