California Lutheran University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is seeking qualified applicants for Director, to join and lead a small and talented team. This position requires a master’s or doctoral degree within the mental health field, and licensed or license-eligible to practice in the state of California. The Director enjoys overseeing CAPS with high levels of autonomous decision-making authority, with support from the Vice President for Student Affairs, to best serve Cal Lutheran students and community, and has full oversight and control over CAPS’ Goods & Services budget including lines for professional development and malpractice insurance. The Director also receives university benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, free access to the fitness facility and library, and free parking; as well as paid holiday time over Winter Break, for all university-observed holidays, and accrual of an annual "floating holiday."
CAPS is comprised of a diverse range of cross-disciplinary staff who are personally and ethically committed to providing care that is grounded in multicultural humility and social justice values. CAPS values diversity and recognizes the unique challenges students may face based on one’s race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, immigration status, gender identity and expression, body size/shape, marital status, national origin, political opinions/affiliations, genetic information, veteran status, and the many other ways one might identify. Throughout all of CAPS’ services, including individual counseling, group counseling, and workshops, CAPS strives to provide fair and inclusive access to better serve the student body, strengthen society, and honor the diversity of our entire campus community.
Minimum Qualifications: Any combination equivalent to: MSW, MFT, Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or related field and five years of post-licensure experience in a college or university counseling center including demonstration of progressive administrative/supervisory responsibilities in a college or university counseling center.
Desired Qualifications: Seven years of progressive administrative/supervisory experience in a college or university counseling center.
Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) that administers an array of Title III, Title V, and TRIO programs including the McNair Scholars Program. We are looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multicultural and multi-racial communities. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths, and advocates for justice and fairness for all people.
Cal Lutheran is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in a serene suburban setting in Southern California. A friendly and welcoming campus environment prevails. Originating from around the world, Cal Lutheran's student body represents a diversity of faiths and cultures. Cal Lutheran prides itself on a progressive approach to education. To that end, the administration openly embraces the value of a culturally diverse campus community. Approximately 4,000 students are enrolled. Cal Lutheran awards Master’s and Doctorate degrees in addition to Bachelor’s degrees. The University maintains its residential emphasis with about one-half of traditional undergraduate students living on campus. The average class size at Cal Lutheran is fewer than 20 students. CAPS is located in an accessible house on the Cal Lutheran campus, which itself is situated within a residential community. There are 5 therapy rooms equipped with video recording capability.
