Executive Director, Counseling Center FaithSearch Partners La Mirada, CA Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $140,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Student supervision Staff supervision Program management Client assessment in therapy Management Doctoral degree Managing teams of therapists Team leadership Clinical skill development Emergency response in crisis intervention Clinical staff training Supervising experience Professional development support Evidence-based practice Practicing as a therapist supervisor Conducting training sessions as a therapist or counselor supervisor Leading team collaboration initiatives Working with individuals with mental health conditions Doctoral degree in psychology Experience at colleges/universities Licensed Psychologist Credentials Risk & issue management Full Job Description FaithSearch Partners is pleased to partner with our client in the search for an Executive Director to lead a well-established university counseling center at a nationally recognized Christian university. This counseling center provides comprehensive mental health services to students, faculty, staff, and members of the surrounding community through individual therapy, group therapy, consultation, and outreach. The center also serves as a significant clinical training site for master's- and doctoral-level psychology trainees, integrating high-quality clinical care with excellence in professional formation. The next Executive Director will be a highly relational, clinically credible leader who combines active clinical experience and supervision expertise with a deep commitment to student development and professional training. This individual will provide strategic, clinical, and administrative leadership for a thriving counseling center while fostering a culture of clinical excellence, collaborative leadership, and Christ-centered care. Qualifications The successful candidate will bring: PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program. Licensed (or license-eligible) as a psychologist in California. Significant post-licensure clinical experience, including psychotherapy, assessment, consultation, and crisis response. Demonstrated leadership experience in a university counseling center, training clinic, mental health program, or comparable clinical setting. Experience supervising graduate trainees, psychology interns, and/or early-career clinicians. Strong understanding of doctoral-level clinical training, ethical practice, risk management, and clinical operations. Proven ability to lead teams, develop staff, manage programs, and build collaborative partnerships across diverse stakeholders. Excellent communication, organizational, and strategic leadership skills. An appreciation for psychodynamic, relational, and integrative approaches to clinical care while valuing evidence-based practice. A demonstrated commitment to integrating Christian faith, psychology, and professional practice within a Christian higher education environment. Mission and Leadership Commitment We seek a mature Christian leader whose faith is evident in both character and practice. The successful candidate will be humble, relational, and servant-hearted, demonstrating integrity, wisdom, emotional maturity, and the ability to lead collaboratively with courage, discernment, and a deep commitment to our client's Christian mission. A genuine passion for student well-being, professional training, and developing others is essential. If you are aware of qualified individuals for this unique opportunity, please contact Jacqueline Gustafson at or Andy Westmoreland at . Interested candidates can also forward a current resume/curriculum vitae via email. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

Job Type:

Full-time Base Pay:

$120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Doctorate (Required)

License/Certification:

Licensed Psychologist Credentials (Required)

Work Location:

In person