Manager, Student Health Services - Mental Health

Santa Rosa Junior College 

Salary: $12,050.00 - $14,647.00 Monthly

Job Type: Management

Job Number: 25-01509

Location: Sonoma County, CA

Department: Student Health Services

Closing: Continuous

Description

APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE October 20, 2025 

Position is open until filled. Completed applications received by the application review deadline will be given priority consideration. It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials noted under the application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted. 

TENTATIVE TIMELINE: 

The following timeline dates are tentative and subject to change, as determined by the Screening and Interviewing Committee.

• First Round of Interviews: Week of November 3, 2025 

• Finalist Interviews: December 9, 2025 

• Desired Start Date: January 5, 2026 

Compensation/Benefits 

• Salary Range: $12,050.00 - $14,647.00 per month (24/25 Management Salary Schedule); maximum initial salary placement at mid-range, which is $13,285.00 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials). An additional 2% compensation will be added to the base salary for an earned doctorate degree.

• Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. You can learn more on our https://hr.santarosa.edu/benefits-regular-employees.

• Leave/Holiday time: Management employees earn 1 day of sick leave and 1.8333 days of vacation for each month worked. They are also entitled to holidays recognized by the District (18 holidays/year).

• Retirement: Santa Rosa Junior College is a CalSTRS and CalPERS employer. Eligibility will be determined based on the regulations established by both agencies.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Director, Student Health Services, and working within a public health framework, develop, administer, coordinate and evaluate direct and preventative mental health services and programs for students; perform a variety of complex administrative, technical, and confidential tasks; provide, and coordinate mental health crisis intervention; provide consultation to staff regarding students; ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations and mandated reporting requirements; hire, train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate student mental health services, policies, and programs for Sonoma County Junior College District; develop policies and procedures, and ensure quality control of programs and services; ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations and mandated reporting requirements.

• Provide and coordinate mental health crisis intervention including work with threat assessment, and serve as lead mental health professional and co-chair for the behavioral intervention team; collaborate with staff in the development, implementation and evaluation of District and departmental crisis intervention and threat assessment protocols and procedures, and prevention activities; consult with administration, faculty, and staff regarding mental health issues of students.

• Triage, assess, treat, and case manage students with severe mental health challenges; maintain confidential records of mental health therapy sessions and treatments including records provided by department staff.

• Collaborate with the Director, Student Health Services on departmental program review and planning process, student area learning outcomes assessment; student health needs assessments and other quality improvement projects; prepare reports of mental health services activities, utilization statistics and outcome measures.

• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; recruit, select, and conduct orientations for new mental health trainees.

• Coordinate and administer the District's mental health trainee program, including training, individual and group supervision, didactic, case management, and liaison work with graduate program staff.

• Direct the preparation and maintenance of narrative and statistical reports and records related to personnel and assigned activities.

• Communicate with faculty, staff, students and external organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and exchange information; collaborate with community mental health agencies.

• Supervise the development and preparation of the budget for mental health programs in Student Health Services, including Student Psychological Services (SPS) and other associated funds and grants; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations; prepare applications for and administer mental health grants.

• Serve as the Director, Student Health Services in the absence of the Director.

• Coordinate and administer funds and grants in Student Health Services including developing, implementing, and evaluating education and outreach activities on the prevention, recognition, and treatment of psychological and behavioral problems; collaborate in prevention work with others in the college and community.

• Engage in professional development activities on an ongoing basis.

• . Serve as a liaison and coordinate efforts with local mental health response teams and community based organizations throughout Sonoma County to ensure effective crisis response, continuity of care, and integration of services for students in need.

• Provide mental health support across all District sites as needed. KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Management of college student mental health programs.

• Principles, terminology, practices, procedures and techniques related to mental health, crisis intervention, consultation, screening, assessment and treatment functions.

• College, State and Federal standards and requirements governing clinical supervisors and trainees in mental health services.

• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures

• Preventative mental health theory and practice.

• Public health agencies and local health care resources.

• Budget preparation and control.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Principles and practices of administration, record-keeping, supervision, and training.

• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

• Philosophy and objectives of the California Community College system.

• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software and media technology.

• Effective use of electronic medical records. ABILITY TO:

• Develop, administer, coordinate and evaluate mental health services for college students.

• Ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations and mandated reporting requirements.

• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

• Participate in the activities and services offered in the Student Health Services program.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear and concise reports.

• Interpret and apply applicable federal, State, and District policies, laws, and regulations including application of legal and ethical standards of licensed mental health professionals.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, within Student Health Services and in the District and community.

• Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Meet schedules and timelines.

• Work independently with little direction.

• Plan and organize work.

• Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities.

• Demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population.

• Evaluate, treat, and manage acute and serious psychological disorders.

• Assist in the development, administration, and implementation of program goals, objectives, and procedures for Student Health Services and the District.

• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to support an inclusive environment in the Student Mental Health programs, and across the District.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by the supervising administrators, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.) 

Licensure:

Active California license as a psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, or marriage and family therapist.

Education:

Doctorate in Psychology or Masters or higher in social work or marriage and family counseling.

Experience:

Meet criteria for Supervisors of ASWs, AMFTs, MFT Trainees or APCCs per the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (and delegated supervisors for psychology trainees per California Board of Psychology and BAPIC.)

Have practiced psychotherapy during at least two (2) years out of the last five (5) years prior to the commencement of supervision AND provided direct supervision to ASWs, AMFTs, MFT Trainees, or APCCs who perform psychotherapy during at least two (2) years out of the last five (5) years prior to being hired, preferably in an educational setting.

Increasingly responsible experience providing mental health services.

Application Procedures

Application Procedures 

To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must provide the following: 

• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.

• Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current or previous supervisor.

• A brief cover letter.

• Current resume.

• A written response to the diversity supplemental question.

• Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded.

If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see Foreign Degree Requirements.

• If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/documents/mgmtEquivAppfinal.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/https://get.adobe.com/reader/ and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.

PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.

• If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.

• Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer ‘remote only' assignments).

• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Sonoma County Junior College District will not sponsor any visa applications.

• Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to the District.

• Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.

• Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found https://police.santarosa.edu/.

• An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT 

Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture and is an excellent choice for a place to live and work. The District is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The District prides itself on being an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable community that fosters the growth and development of its students, faculty, and staff. SRJC is a unique institution in a unique environment. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility.

Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and SRJC Roseland in Southwest Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor's degree program or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

• https://president.santarosa.edu/

• https://student-services.santarosa.edu/

• https://accreditation.santarosa.edu/

• https://fact-book.santarosa.edu/public

• https://strategic-planning.santarosa.edu/district-mission-vision-and-values

• https://strategic-planning.santarosa.edu/

Non-Discrimination 

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities--including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information about Title IX, please refer to https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/santarosa/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=D6596B2171AA and https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/santarosa/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=D47RJT6650FF, which outlines our commitment to proactive measures in preventing sexual harassment and ensuring a respectful and inclusive community for all. 

To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6589775 

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