Director, Wellness Counseling Center - California Institute of Integral Studies at California Institute of Integral Studies

• POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of the Wellness Counseling Center provides strategic and clinical leadership for CIIS's internal mental health clinic, which serves enrolled students and functions as an approved predoctoral and postdoctoral training site for students in the Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) program. This role oversees all clinical operations, student wellness counseling services, and the supervision and training of predoctoral interns and postdoctoral fellows in full compliance with California Board of Psychology requirements.

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Director works at the intersection of Student Affairs and Clinical Training, ensuring high-quality, culturally responsive mental health services while cultivating a rigorous, ethical training environment grounded in integrative and justice-centered practice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Wellness Counseling Center Leadership -50%

• Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the on-campus and virtual Wellness Counseling Center.
• Provide direct clinical oversight and ensure continuity of care for students receiving psychological services (up to 12 sessions per academic year).
• Provide direct service to include therapy, supervision, and didactic trainings.
• Serve on Student Affairs leadership team, including bi-weekly Student Affairs meetings and monthly CARE team case consultations.
• Consult on crisis intervention and student behavioral concerns, including weekend intensives/residences support during academic terms.
• Act as clinical liaison with external partners (e.g., TimelyCare) and collaborate with Academic Program Chairs, Faculty, and Graduate Advisors.

Clinical Training & Supervision (Psy.D. Program) - 50%

• Direct the predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship program housed within the Center.
• Train and supervise Psy.D. interns and postdoctoral associates, ensuring all clinical training activities comply with Board of Psychology regulations, ethical standards, and accreditation guidelines.
• Supervise the Postdoctoral Clinic Manager and coordinate all supervisor assignments.
• Develop and implement the clinical training curriculum, including orientation, didactics, seminars, and case conferences
• Conduct weekly individual and group supervision sessions; maintain evaluation, documentation, and performance review processes.
• Oversee clinical documentation and ensure all records meet legal, ethical, and institutional standards.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Training Committee and Psy.D. administration, meeting monthly to ensure alignment with training and clinical goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution.
• California Licensed Psychologist in good standing with the California Board of Psychology.
• Demonstrated experience supervising doctoral-level trainees and familiarity with BOP regulations for supervision, scope of practice, and training.
• Prior experience in a university counseling center, training clinic, or similar setting.
  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Deep knowledge of ethical, legal, and clinical standards in higher education mental health.
• Experience with clinical program development, evaluation, and training oversight.
• Commitment to integrative, relational-psychodynamic approaches informed by social justice and liberation psychology.
• Experience leading outreach, workshops, or mental health education initiatives.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across academic and administrative units.
• Demonstrated excellence in multicultural counseling and inclusive care practices.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Hours: 0.75-1.0 FTE (30-40 hours per week)
• Hybrid Position: Onsite 2 - 3 days per week.
• Collaboration and constant work around and with other people. Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal, typically, Monday through Friday.
• Weekend coverage on-campus once a semester (at a minimum)

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

This position requires attention to detail, good memory, ability to work under deadline pressure, sitting and standing for long periods of time, oral and written communication, keyboarding for significant portions of the workday, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching, patience, and tact to perform the essential functions.

WAGES AND BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000, commensurate with education and experience.
• CIIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, wellness resources, and professional development support.

NOTES TO CANDIDATE

• Working Conditions Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal, typically Monday through Friday.
• Background Check Due to the sensitivity and requirements of this position, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses, or credentials pertinent to the position. If your job requires driving on behalf of CIIS you will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license.
• Visa Sponsorship Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Relocation Assistance This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

At the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS), we are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, guided by our Seven Commitments. We value the diverse experiences, perspectives, and identities within our community and strive to create and maintain environments that are inclusive, equitable, accessible, and welcoming for all.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to providing an open, fair, and non-discriminatory environment for all individuals, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and other terms and conditions of employment.

CIIS actively seeks to recruit and retain individuals who bring a broad range of cultural backgrounds, languages, and life experiences that enhance our institutional mission and values.

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