Staff Therapist I

Company: University of the Pacific
Location: Stockton
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Primary Purpose The Staff Therapist I is a professional in a psychology related field responsible for providing mental health services that reduce barriers and create opportunities for greater academic achievement and student success. Essential Functions Provides group, individual, couples therapy, and psychoeducational workshops to a culturally diverse college student body in accordance with the university statement on diversity and inclusion. Provides preventative outreach/programming and trainings, and represents CAPS at campus events such as orientation, critical incident debriefing, and workshops on an as needed basis. Consults with faculty, staff, students, and staff and faculty within the University regarding student concerns and needs. Participates in university-wide committees. Participates in staff, multidisciplinary team, and Student Life Divisional meetings. Keeps accurate and timely electronic records on all contacts with clients. Maintains compliance with ethical standards in the execution of services in accordance with the American Psychological Association, university policies, and local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Attends professional development opportunities and maintains licensure status with the appropriate California board. Performs other related duties as assigned. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff. Minimum Qualifications This position is open to persons specifically trained to provide therapy at either the Masters or Doctoral Level (e.g., clinical social work, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology). Current valid license to practice psychology as an independent practitioner in the State of California or valid license to practice in a state in the United States and able to practice under Business and Professional Code Section 2946 (maximum of 180 days subject to the specifics of the regulation); or license-eligible within one year of hire. Commitment to DEI and trauma-informed care and experience in working with diverse clients. Minimum of two (2) years prior experience with adolescents or adults. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with a college student population. Experience with performance-based mental skills training. Demonstrated skills in culturally competent approaches to multiple modalities of therapy (e.g., group, individual, couples, crisis interventions, consultation, and workshops). Ability to teach in an informal workshop setting. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated through the ability to establish and maintain effective working with other departments within the university. Bilingual/Multilingual. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work. Work Schedule Work is generally performed during standard business hours. May be required to work non-business hours.

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