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Grossmont/Cuyamaca Community College District

Mental Health Counselor, Tenure Track

Position Number: 6782495
Location: El Cajon, CA
Position Type: Counseling

Mental Health Counselor, Tenure Track

R-02533
San Diego County - Cuyamaca College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: Counseling

Months worked out of the year: 11 months

FTE: 1.00

Starting Salary Range:
$77,615 (Class II, Step 6) - $107,156 (VII, Step 10) Annually for an 11-month contract

Start Date: April/May 2026

Job Description

WHO WE'RE SEEKING: Cuyamaca College seeks academic professionals who are dedicated to equitable student success outcomes for all students. We are looking for candidates who will demonstrate a history and willingness to continue professional development, assessment strategies, and educationally sound supports that will sustain a diverse and changing student body and college service area.

Empowered through a culture of inclusivity, Cuyamaca College strives to maintain our student-centered philosophy while working to support the ever-changing needs of our students. Along with ensuring student success, Cuyamaca College continues to advance our antiracism and equity work as we venture further into the 21st century.

We are seeking a colleague who will bring a culturally affirming, student-centered approach, empathy, compassion, and understanding of the holistic needs of our diverse community.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Dean, Student Engagement and Belonging, this position will provide individual and group counseling to students addressing mental and emotional health concerns. This role supports psychological well-being through direct services, including crisis intervention, risk assessment, consultation with faculty/staff, and participation in wellness initiatives. Common concerns addressed include depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, low self-esteem, academic stress, and grief.

Counselors will be expected to perform other duties consistent with their faculty job description as stated in the faculty contract.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: APPLICANTS MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA

Master's in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development; OR

Bachelor's in any of the above and a license as a Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor; OR

The equivalent.

If you are applying based on "the equivalent", you will need to complete an Equivalency Determination Form. This form MUST be submitted as part of the application procedures.

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NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated experience in individual and/or group counseling, particularly crisis intervention.
Ability to manage a diverse caseload, including high-risk clients and urgent psychological needs.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender, racial, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic, disability, and high-trauma backgrounds.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Experience providing mental health training, teaching, presentations, and workshops.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to use technology in providing counseling services such as electronic medical records and virtual platforms.
Experience working in a collegiate mental health setting.
Experience collaborating with community mental health organizations and/or providers.
An understanding of the interconnectedness of socio-economic, cultural, environmental, and personal factors contributing to both the achievement of as well as barriers to success for and students who have experienced foster care, formerly incarcerated/justice impacted, LGBTQ+, and English language learners, as well as other marginalized student groups.
A current California license or registration as a Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Clinical Psychologist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) preferred.

Additional Information

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Complete and current resume/curriculum vitae (CV).
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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Center for Water Studies programs.

If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at D-HR-jobs@gcccd.edu or call 619-644-7572 during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00).