Antioch University

Position Title: Clinical Faculty, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Program
Location: Santa Barbara, CA

Description: Position Title: Clinical Faculty

Program: Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Program (MACP)

Classification: Faculty, Full-time

Reports to: Chair, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Program (MACP)

Location: Campus based (Teach on campus at Antioch University Santa Barbara, CA)

Start Date: January 2026

Compensation: Antioch University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes both direct and indirect pay. The compensation will be based on experience, education, knowledge, credentials, and a consideration of the difficulty and complexity of the position. The starting salary for this position based on residential location, is: CA $69,300.00, WA $67,410.00, Other locations: $63,000.00.

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Program (MACP) at Antioch University Santa Barbara is seeking a full-time Clinical Faculty member to teach in the Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Department. The Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology program (MAP) at Santa Barbara is part of the Division of Applied Psychology in the Graduate School of Counseling, Psychology, and Therapy-the largest and fastest growing school in the Antioch University system.

The MACP curriculum is infused with social justice as a foundational frame, while practical experience and self-reflection provide context to support the development of well-rounded practitioners. Our curriculum meets all educational requirements for students to qualify for application as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Students may also choose to qualify as Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC). Additionally, our students in the MACP may elect to choose concentrations in Somatic Psychotherapy or Latinx Mental Health.

The Clinical Faculty member will take the lead in overseeing graduate students' clinical training and developing the program's clinical training component, including development and oversight of the program's clinical skills classes. The clinical faculty member must demonstrate competence in multicultural psychology clinical training requirements leading to Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) California licensure. Any of the following areas of specialization and competency is highly desired: clinical practice, family systems, somatic psychotherapy, or Latinx mental health.

The mission of Antioch University is to provide learner-centered education to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, economic, racial, and environmental justice. Antioch aspires to be a leading university offering learners and communities transformative education in a global context that fosters innovation and inspires social action.

Position Overview

Clinical faculty members are responsible for engaging in student learning and institutional citizenship. The percent of time devoted to each area varies with unit needs, and individual skills and capacities, and stage of career. Early-career Clinical faculty members will be provided with guidance from experienced faculty members. Clinical faculty report to the Chair of the MA in Clinical Psychology Department. Clinical faculty are expected to engage in direct instruction teaching 36 quarter credits over four quarters. Courses are taught on campus and evening and weekend availability is desirable but not required. Clinical faculty members have a flexible hybrid work schedule and are expected to be on campus up to three days per week. Student advising requires knowledge of Antioch policies and a quarterly review of student advisees' academic records and progress. Student advising also requires availability during regular office hours and timely response to students by email, telephone or Zoom.

A Clinical faculty member will be asked to serve on program and university committees and is expected to participate in the work of the faculty, including developing the MACP curriculum and ensuring the quality of the curriculum and instruction to meet program, specialization, and California MFT licensure requirements. Clinical faculty are also expected to attend weekly departmental meetings as well as scheduled community meetings with AULA every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month.

As Clinical Faculty, in addition to direct instruction and program and university work, there are responsibilities in clinical training, site engagement, alumni and community partnership building, and student clinical mentorship. The role blends teaching with field site development, practicum and internship supervision, alumni networking, and community-based initiatives to strengthen the regional behavioral health workforce.

Maintaining a consistent presence in the Santa Barbara area to engage directly with regional clinical sites.
Building and sustaining trust-based relationships with agencies, supervisors, and organizations.
Connecting students with alumni in the region and fostering an engaged professional alumni community.
Providing clinical training and professional development to site supervisors.

The position has responsibilities that include:

The position involves administrative coordination, including updating training manuals in consultation with the Chair.
Teaches 36 quarter units of direct instruction as a substantive part of engagement in student learning. Course release may be provided for assigned duties as clinical training director.
Mentors and advises students in clinical training within the program.
Confers with students on practicum placements and collaborates with external sites. Oversees graduate student clinical training and placements.
Coordinates all aspects of practicum site placements; develops new external sites; maintains contact with sites and clinical supervisors serving as university liaison, consults with supervisors and sites to assure compliance with ethical and professional standards and training guidelines.
Plays a major role in the practicum orientation process.
Maintains current knowledge of relevant regulations and California licensing laws.
Develops documents as necessary, coordinates MOUs with placement sites, reviews supervisor evaluations and student self-evaluations.
Supports new and continuing faculty teaching clinical skills and practicum courses by meeting with instructors to review course requirements, the importance of providing student feedback, and the overall importance of clinical suitability benchmarks.
Coordinates open houses, traineeship fairs, consortium meetings and community building activities, and oversees all documentation related to clinical training.
Participates in curriculum development and revision, grant-writing, and other departmental initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned by Chair.
Serves on campus, regional, and university wide committees as approved by the program Chair. In conversation with the program chair, works with admissions in reviewing applications and interviewing of candidates.

QUALIFICATIONS (The Clinical Faculty in the AUSB MACP Program must hold):

Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Counseling, or a closely related field (e.g., PhD, EdD, PsyD, DMFT)
Independently licensed as Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California is required. Clinical license as LPCC or Psychologist will be considered.
Extensive knowledge of California Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counselor licensure regulations.

Approved Supervisor credential is preferred. Prior experience as a clinical supervisor required.

Detail orientation and organizational ability.
Able to teach and meet students on campus in Santa Barbara.
A demonstrated record of at least two years of successful teaching experience in a graduate level clinical psychology curriculum.
Demonstrated commitment to socio-cultural diversity and social justice. We are particularly interested in psychology professionals with a commitment and track record of promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the realms of research, teaching and/or service.
Academic background and experience in any of the following is desirable: somatic psychotherapy and somatic psychology, trauma studies, community psychology, multicultural psychology, Latinx Studies, Black Studies, mindfulness studies, liberation psychology, and ecopsychology.

Optimistic, collaborative, and proactive leadership skills
Interest in the development of social justice leaders and agents of community dialogue and change.
Skilled in demonstration-based teaching (faculty need to teach using real/live demonstration) and experiential learning
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to oversee various operational processes within the department at one time
Clear developmental skills with a focus on providing new opportunities for students, faculty and staff to excel.
Excellent oral and written communication skills-an additional interest in grant writing is preferred
Ability to be flexible and working in an environment of expansion and change

The University

Antioch Universityhas been continuously accredited with the Higher Learning Commission since 1927, and is a multi-campus, coast-to-coast institution of higher learning that provides learner-centered education to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, racial, economic, and environmental justice. Antioch University Santa Barbara (AUSB), one of Antioch University's (AU's) four campuses, uses a distinctive graduate education pedagogy that mixes rigor with experiential learning and social engagement.

BenefitsVoluntary Health, dental and vision plan and flexible spending account options; employer retirement plan contribution of 6%; voluntary salary deduction to a pre-tax or post-tax retirement account; employer paid life insurance and short term disability; voluntary supplemental life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death/dismemberment, critical illness, and accident coverage plans; 12 days per year sick leave (carry-over up to 65 days); tuition remission for employees and dependents at Antioch University campuses; and employee paid options with AFLAC, LegalShield, and Liberty Mutual. (This list is meant to be an informal summary of benefits. Plan benefits and eligibility requirements are governed by the plan documents and University policies which will be made available upon request).

Application Instructions

Expressions of interest and inquiries may be directed in confidence to Chair, Dr. Stephanie Morgan at smorgan7@antioch.edu.

To apply, please follow the instructions below.

Please email a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a list of three current references to Employment@antioch.edu. In the subject line of the email, please state SB APPSY Clinical Faculty. Please attach all documents including the cover letter to the email.

Review of applicants will begin immediately. Position is open until filled with a flexible start date.

Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) EEO Statement

The Coalition for the Common Good provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or class protected by federal, state or local laws in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. The CCG complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Inquiries should be addressed to the Office of Human Resources or the Office of the General Counsel.

NOTE: The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

This position is included in the bargaining unit of Antioch University faculty that is represented by SEIU Local 925. Terms and conditions of employment for bargaining unit positions are subject to change based on collective bargaining.

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