Wed, Apr 15th, '26
April 27th first review, open until filled.
August 17, 2026
Wed, Apr 15th, '26
Cal Poly Humboldt’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) invites applications for up to two full-time post-graduate residents for the 2026-27 academic year (August 17, 2026 through May 19, 2027).
Program Focus: The postgraduate residency program has a general mental health focus to support students with a variety of issues/concerns to improve health and wellness. Residents will gain valuable experience in working within a short-term counseling model with a focus on connecting students to on and off campus resources for holistic support during their time in college. There will be opportunities to liaison and outreach to various campus entities including participation in community events on campus, facilitating workshops within other departments, and guest speaker opportunities in courses per faculty request. Our program emphasizes student-centered care, with attention to the diverse experiences and mental health needs of Cal Poly Humboldt’s student population.
Responsibilities: Residents will provide clinical services within a short-term counseling model, including:
Individual, couples, and group therapy
Intake and referral services
Crisis intervention and daytime on-call coverage
Psychological consultation to the campus community
Cal Poly Humboldt is part of the 23-campus California State University system. The University has a comprehensive arts and sciences curriculum, which is recognized nationally for its high academic quality. Founded in 1913, Humboldt is one of the premier public institutions in the western United States; it is a residential and rural campus with an enrollment of approximately 5,800 students. The campus has planned for significant enrollment growth over the next several years and expects to nearly double in student population. The main campus is located in Arcata, California, in the northwestern part of the state along the coast, situated among redwood trees in an area that offers unmatched scenic beauty, moderate climate and opportunities for outdoor activities. The community of Arcata is largely a college town with a weekly farmer’s market, many restaurants and bookstores and independent shops. The surrounding Humboldt County locale has a population of around 130,000. The community offers an excellent range of businesses, services and cultural activities/performances. The local schools are ranked in the top performance percentiles, both nationally and in the state. Additional information about Cal Poly Humboldt can be found at: http://www.humboldt.edu.
An earned master's degree in counseling or clinical psychology (e.g., leading toward licensure as an LMFT or LPCC) or in social work (leading to the LCSW) from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or an APA/CPA-accredited program and have completed a practicum at the time of appointment.
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong interest and experience serving diverse student populations. Cal Poly Humboldt encourages applicants with demonstrated experience supporting students from historically marginalized backgrounds.
Experience in short-term counseling
Experience in crisis intervention
Experience in trauma informed care
Demonstrated ability to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions for students from a wide range of backgrounds
Demonstrated understanding of factors affecting student success across diverse socioeconomic and cultural contexts
Anticipated salary placement for residents will be $3,233 monthly, the maximum allowance in accordance with the "counselor intern" classification on the Unit 3 Faculty Salary Structure (with adjustments being made from 12 months to academic year timebase). The position carries full health benefits. In addition, residents will be provided with generous funding of $2,000 towards their professional development during the course of the year. The resident/s will have discretionary use of these funds (e.g., they can be used toward licensure, a professional conference, purchase of a professional library, etc.). Additional professional development funding may be available. The residency is for the duration of the academic year (approximately 10 months), with built-in vacation during the Fall, Winter, and Spring breaks. Residents have faculty privileges on campus (library privileges, access to employee wellness and employee assistance programs, etc.), & the added benefit of living in an extraordinarily beautiful place.
For more information on how Academic Year faculty are paid, see the Explanation of the Distribution of Pay.
For consideration, applicants must submit the following through PageUp:
Letter of Interest/Cover Letter, describing relevant skills and experience, residency goals, and the unique qualities you would bring to Humboldt
Current Resume/C.V.
Names and Contact Information for f at least three (3) professional references.
Additional application materials may be requested at a later time.
Questions concerning the application process may be directed to: aps@humboldt.edu
Questions concerning this position may be directed to: Elizabeth McCallion, Ph.D., CAPS Director, eam162@humboldt.edu
