This is an 11-month non-tenured track faculty position that is contingent on continued categorical funding.
Position Summary:
This is a full-time, 198-day (11-month) non-tenured track faculty position in the Health Services Department. Under the supervision of the assigned administrator, this position will perform year-round duties directly related to brief therapy for students at Allan Hancock College. The responsibilities of the Mental Health Therapist include but are not limited to Assessing the mental health needs of students and providing brief therapy; implementing comprehensive programs and services designed to facilitate the well-being of students; collaborating with campus faculty, staff, and administrators; and providing resources and referrals with off-campus organizations to meet the needs of students.
This position, under limited supervision, is distinguished from other classes of the supervisor series in that the incumbent is required to evaluate the mental wellness of students and administer therapeutic services, promote positive mental health, and supervise interns in their delivery of clinical hours. The Mental Health Therapist is also responsible for administrative duties required by law. The Mental Health Therapist supports student learning outcomes by ensuring students have access to support and resources needed to participate fully in their educational programs.
Allan Hancock College is a California public community college located in northern Santa Barbara County. The college is ranked as one of the five best community colleges in California and one of the top 120 community colleges in the nation. Approximately 11,500 credit students enroll each semester at one of the college's four locations in Santa Maria, Lompoc, Santa Ynez Valley, or at Vandenberg Space Force Base. Allan Hancock College is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution and serves a vibrant community of which it is a part: over 98 percent of the college's students come from the local area and Hancock students consistently enjoy one of the best acceptance rates to University of California and California State University campuses. To learn more about Allan Hancock College visit .
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BEGINNING DATE:
July 2024, pending Board approval.
The hiring salary range is $61,634 to $84,806 dependent upon education and experience.
To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by through our website by Friday, May 3, 2024 by 11:59 PST:
Cover letter;
A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience;
A statement that demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements as defined above must also complete and attach an to be considered.
Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Allan Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.