Location : 1717 S Chestnut Ave, Fresno, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-00729
Department: Pacific Counseling Center
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Position Summary
Department: Pacific Counseling Center
Reports To: Program Director
Status: Non-Exempt (Part Time)
Time Commitment: 12 months, Assigned hours dependent on contract
Pacific Counseling Center (PCC), a center of Fresno Pacific University, provides high-quality counseling services to individuals and families through partnerships with schools, community organizations, and Fresno Pacific University. We are committed to expanding access to mental health care while preparing the next generation of skilled clinicians through meaningful clinical training experiences.
Our supervised training program is designed for pre-licensed clinicians seeking quality supervision, diverse clinical experience, and opportunities to grow toward independent licensure. Clinicians serve individuals and families across a variety of settings, including schools, community agencies, university partnerships, and telehealth services.
Because PCC is a supervised training program, pre-licensed clinicians provide services under the license and clinical supervision of an assigned supervisor. Clinicians may provide services only through their assigned Pacific Counseling Center placement(s) and under the direction of their assigned clinical supervisor. Providing clinical services outside the authorization of the assigned clinical supervisor or outside of an assigned PCC placement is not permitted and may result in removal from the program.
Work schedules and clinical placements vary based on partner-site needs. Clinicians working in school-based settings generally follow the academic calendar, including school holidays and breaks. This role offers an excellent opportunity for clinicians seeking a supportive training environment where they can build clinical confidence, gain diverse experience, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families, and the communities they serve.
Essential Functions
- Operate within the scope of practice established for Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or Clinical Psychology, based on graduate education, training, and applicable professional standards.
- Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, ethical standards, and professional requirements established by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and applicable professional organizations, including CAMFT, AAMFT, and APA. Maintain compliance with BBS requirements related to clinical practice, supervision, documentation, BBS-related logs and records, and completion of required continuing education (CEU) requirements.
- Provide direct and indirect psychotherapy services, with an expectation of approximately 70% direct services and 30% indirect services.
- Participate in weekly clinical supervision and consultation for the number of hours required by the BBS. This may include providing session recordings for training and supervisory review, as appropriate and consistent with program requirements.
- Practice under the direction, authorization, and clinical supervision of the assigned supervisor. Pre-licensed clinicians may provide clinical services only through their assigned Pacific Counseling Center placement(s) and may not provide services outside the authorized PCC placement or supervisory structure. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in removal from the program.
- Provide services through in-person and telehealth formats based on assigned placement, client needs, and program requirements.
- Provide therapy services during at least one evening shift per week.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including required progress notes, records, and other documentation as assigned.
- Maintain accurate time entry and billing information, and participate in file audits as scheduled.
- Participate in program and organizational activities, including monthly administrative meetings, agency training sessions provided at least three times per year, scheduled coaching sessions, and at least three promotional or community engagement events annually.
- Respond to emails and phone calls promptly during business hours on assigned workdays.
- Clinical placements are assigned by the Program Director based on partner-site needs and available opportunities.
- Clinician level is determined based on accumulated supervised hours in accordance with California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirements.
- Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University, integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.
- Embrace the , and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the , and support the ideals and practices articulated in ""
- Uphold and advance Fresno Pacific University's commitment to Christ-centered higher education, holistic student development, and serving diverse communities.
- Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive, complete, and accurate
- Communicates clearly, listens attentively, and seeks to understand others
- Collaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillset
- Other job duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or a comparable graduate degree program.
- Current registration in good standing with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), or graduation from a qualifying master's program with registration in progress.
- Completion of graduate-level coursework in Cross-Cultural/Multicultural Counseling, Law and Ethics, Family Therapy, Child Therapy, Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention, and Telehealth (or equivalent CEU coursework), or enrollment in an approved remediation plan to complete these requirements.
- Proof of current professional liability insurance.
- Successful completion of a LiveScan background check as part of the interview and hiring process.
- Successful completion of a DMV background check and approval as a qualified driver for Fresno Pacific University, as required.
- Knowledge of mental health treatment approaches and evidence-informed practices for addressing mental health concerns.
- Knowledge of and adherence to applicable laws, ethical standards, professional organization guidelines, and California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirements.
- Ability to think creatively and apply effective strategies to respond to client and program needs.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to learn and effectively use new technology.
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and respond in a timely manner.
Preferred:
- Bilingual proficiency.
- Experience providing therapeutic services to at-risk children, youth, and families.
Environmental Conditions:
- Work schedules and clinical placements vary
- Indoors in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes at least eighty percent (80%) of the time.
- Frequent computer use at a workstation, up to eight hours per day.
- Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
- Drive personal or University vehicles to appointments.
- Public contact position requiring professional apparel, personal hygiene, and grooming.
Physical Demands:
- This position typically functions indoors in an office environment with light to moderate noise associated with business office equipment. The position may involve travel for meetings and events.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: remain in a stationary position 80 % of the time, be able to move about inside the office to access file cabinets/office machinery etc., operate a computer and keyboard and other office productivity machinery such as calculators/copy machines/printers. The employee is occasionally required to position self to reach items on the floor and in high cabinetry.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate with others to exchange information including both over the telephone and in-person communication with callers and community members and be able to read a computer screen and paper documents.
- Reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities will be provided in accordance with law.
University Information
$25.00-$28.00 per hour is the starting salary for this part-time role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, Fresno Pacific University offers a competitive
Reserving its rights as a religious institution, Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability, or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity, FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you should contact FPU's Human Resources Department at hr@fresno.edu. As a religious institution, the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith, the FPU Idea and the University's governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.
*This information, including salary, is accurate as of July 22, 2026.
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