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ASAP Counselor (BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX)
ASAP Counselor (BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX)University of California, Davis • Davis, CA, US
ASAP Counselor (BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX)

ASAP Counselor (BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX)

University of California, Davis • Davis, CA, US
22 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

ASAP Counselor (BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX)

Join UC Davis as an ASAP Counselor and provide counseling services, crisis intervention, group programming, and referral for staff, faculty, retirees, and their families. In addition to mental-health care, you will consult with managers and supervisors on employee well-being and lead psycho-educational programs on topics such as stress management, mindfulness, resilience, work-life balance, team building, and effective communication.

Apply By Date

November 4, 2025 at 11 : 59 pm

Qualifications

  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Current licensure in behavioral-health counseling or license-eligible in California (must acquire a CA license within six months).
  • Master's degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, social work, or a related field.
  • Professional clinical training and experience counseling adults with adjustment issues, substance abuse, stress, and workplace concerns.
  • Ability to work with diverse populations of faculty, staff, retirees, and adult family members.
  • Skills in clinical assessment, DSM-V-TR diagnosis, treatment planning, and referral, with knowledge of ethical, legal, and university standards and mandated reporting requirements.
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in employee assistance or related programs.
  • Experience working with veterinary-medicine professionals.
  • Ability to establish professional relationships with campus and community partners (HR, faculty, clinicians, veterinarians, etc.).
  • Knowledge of research protocols and basic statistics.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.

Key Responsibilities

  • 80% – Direct clinical service
  • Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling to UC Davis employees and families.
  • 15% – Outreach & consultation
  • Consult with managers, supervisors, and HR on well-being and mental-health concerns.
  • 5% – Administration & program development
  • Coordinate community resources, develop psycho-educational programs, and serve on campus committees.

    • Position Information

  • Salary : $80,300 – $147,500 per year, paid monthly
  • Job Title : BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX
  • Job Code : 004460
  • Appointment Type : Staff – Career
  • Percentage of Time : 60%
  • Shift : Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
  • Location : Davis, CA
  • Union Representation : HX-Healthcare Professionals
  • Hybrid work (on-site and remote)

    • Benefits

  • High-quality, low-cost medical plans; dental and vision insurance covered by UC; extensive leave benefits; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; continuing education allowance.
  • Free professional development courses and wellness programs.
  • WorkLife and Wellness resources; on-site Employee Assistance Program with free mental-health services.
  • Supplemental insurances (life, disability, pet, legal).
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) and student-loan repayment assistance.
  • Retirement benefits, including pension and savings plans.

    • Physical Demands

  • Standing – 3 to 6 hrs frequent; Walking – up to 3 hrs occasional; Sitting – 3 to 6 hrs frequent; Lifting 0-25 lbs frequent; 26-50 lbs occasional; >

    • 50 lbs occasional; Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs occasional.

  • Climbing stairs or ladders – up to 3 hrs occasional; Reaching overhead – up to 3 hrs occasional; Keyboard use – continuous 6-8+ hrs.

    • Environmental Demands

  • Chemicals, dust, gases, fumes – 3 to 6 hrs frequent; Loud noise – 3 to 6 hrs frequent; Changes in temperature – up to 3 hrs occasional; Microwave / Radiation – never.
  • Operating motor vehicles or equipment – up to 3 hrs occasional; Extreme temperatures – up to 3 hrs occasional; Uneven surfaces – never.

    • Mental Demands

  • Sustained attention and concentration – continuous 6-8+ hrs.
  • Complex problem solving – continuous 6-8+ hrs.
  • Organize & prioritize – continuous 6-8+ hrs.
  • Communication skills – continuous 6-8+ hrs.
  • Numerical skills – 3 to 6 hrs frequent.
  • Constant interaction and customer contact – 3 to 6 hrs frequent.
  • Multiple concurrent tasks – continuous 6-8+ hrs.

    • Work Environment

  • UC Davis is a smoke-free campus; tobacco and e-cigarette use prohibited on all property.

    • Special Requirements – Contact recruiter for details

  • Position requires criminal background check, drug screening, medical clearance, and possible functional capacity assessment.

    • Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

  • Conditional offer recipients must disclose any final administrative or judicial misconduct decisions within the last seven years or ongoing investigations.

    • A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

    UC Davis values diverse perspectives and fosters inclusive innovation. We invite candidates to explore our community principles and strategic plans. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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