Post-Master's Residency

Available August 2024

Post-Master's Residency

We will have 1 to 2 part or full-time post-graduate residency positions for the 2024-25 academic year (beginning August 19, 2024 and ending May 21, 2025).

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. Trainees 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 has an emphasis on issues of social justice and addressing the mental health and wellbeing of Humboldt students of color.

Positions:  We are seeking applications for 1 to 2 part or full-time post-graduate residency positions for the 2024-25 academic year (beginning August 19, 2024 and ending May 21, 2025). Residents will be responsible for providing: (a) short term individual, couples, and group therapy; (b) intake and referral services; (c) crisis intervention and daytime on-call services; and (d) psychological consultation to the campus community. Residents will work with medical providers in the Student Health and Wellbeing Services on shared cases. Residents will receive both individual and case consultation commensurate with the requirements for licensure. Residents will also help co-create the different trainings that are desired and will gain experience working with a team of mental health providers at CAPS.

Qualifications:  Applicants must have completed a master's degree in counseling or clinical psychology (., leading toward licensure as an LMFT or LPCC) or in social work (leading to the LCSW). The degree must come from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or an APA/CPA-accredited program and have completed a practicum.

Strong interest and experience serving multicultural populations is required. Given Humboldt’s designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), applicants with a demonstrated commitment to, expertise in, and experience with the Latinx community are particularly encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

Interest, training, and experience in short-term counseling

Interest, training, and experience in crisis intervention

Interest, training, and experience in trauma informed care

Demonstrated ability to provide culturally appropriate therapeutic interventions

Knowledge of Latinx cultures and social justice issues relevant to the Latinx community (., immigration/acculturation, identity, colorism, intersectionality,

Demonstrated awareness/knowledge of racial inequities and challenges faced by historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged groups

Salary and Stipend:  The salary for residents is in accordance with the and will be paid at the maximum allowance for their respective classifications on this pay scale (with adjustments being made from 12 months to academic year timebase). The positions carry 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 (., they can be used toward licensure, a professional conference, purchase of a professional library, . 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, , & the added benefit of living in an extraordinarily beautiful place.

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General Information:  As an institution, Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, student-centered practices and policies that fully engage the campus community. The ideal candidate will share Cal Poly Humboldt’s commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives and support all students who come for services through an anti-racist lens. This commitment includes a desire to build self-awareness of internal biases and broaden experiences to continue their own self-growth and effectiveness with a wide variety of clinical issues and demographics.

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, ability and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

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 5,980 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: .

The primary location of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is the Student Health & Counseling (SHC) building on campus. The CAPS facility (2nd floor, above medical services) includes 13 clinician offices, a reception area and waiting room, a group room, and a shared conference room and staff kitchen / break room. CAPS has a secondary location across campus in the Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSS) building that serves as our primary training site for practicum trainees. CAPS includes around ten licensed clinicians, and several therapists-in-training (trainees who are 1st and 2nd year grad students in the master of psychology program), working as a team. Peer consultation is emphasized and constantly utilized in a supportive and collegial atmosphere. The staff is especially interested in clinicians who will support this type of work environment. Most of our professional staff members are involved in supervising trainees. Professionals at CAPS represent a range of theoretical orientations and specialties.

Background Check:  Cal Poly Humboldt conducts Live Scan criminal history background checks for all new hires. Live Scan fingerprinting costs will be borne by the University. Confidential background check results are reported to Human Resources.

Application: For consideration, applicants must include a letter of interest describing relevant skills and experience, residency goals, and the unique qualities you would bring to Humboldt. In addition, please submit a detailed resume/., and names, addresses, and phone numbers of at least three professional references.

Application Deadline: This position has an anticipated August 19th, 2024 start; will remain open until filled. Application review will begin April 1, 2024. Early response is encouraged. Candidates are welcome to email Erika Demers at

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily as a condition of employment with the CSU. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. All CSU employees are obligated to respond to and report incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. The successful candidate for this position will be mandated to receive relevant training on an annual basis. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. Maintaining eligibility to work in the United States is a condition of employment. Cal Poly Humboldt does not sponsor H-1B visas for staff, management, or temporary faculty positions and we are not an E-Verify employer. See the policy and other resources located here: Please contact