Counselor

UWLAC University of Wisconsin La Crosse; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Sick days

Retirement benefits

Job summary

UW-La Crosse is seeking a Counselor for the Counseling & Testing Center to provide direct and indirect counseling services and engage in campus outreach, education, and collaboration. The role supports student wellbeing while contributing to inclusive excellence and program development.

The appointment is 10 months per year (August 1–May 31) with potential evening hours and telehealth options; licensure completion within the appointment period is expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or social work, approved by WI Professional Counselor section, achieved by Aug 1, 2026.
• Eligible to be licensed as a Qualified Treatment Trainee in Wisconsin by Aug 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional counseling services for students (individual, group, crisis, and occasional couples counseling).
• Provide initial brief assessment (triage) and urgent care coverage.
• Select, administer, and interpret psychological, educational, and vocational assessments/tests.
• Provide appropriate referral resources to students, faculty, and staff.
• Engage in collaboration with university departments to support students.
• Participate in training and supervision of practicum students and interns.
• Contribute to campus diversity and Inclusive Excellence Initiatives.

Education

Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or social work

Job description

Position Title

Counselor

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Counselor

Job Duties

The Counseling & Testing Center (CTC) is seeking skilled mental health clinicians who are dedicated to promoting the mental health of our students. The Counselor will be joining a dedicated and energetic staff at the CTC who are committed to cultural self-awareness and ongoing CTC and campus efforts to offer inclusive and accessible mental health services. In addition to brief counseling services, the CTC engages in active collaboration with campus partners, develops training and programming to address student mental health needs, and provides innovative service delivery. At the CTC our mission is to promote students’ psychological, academic, social, and cultural growth through professional and confidential counseling services. We accomplish this by maintaining an environment grounded in our values of compassion, collaboration, inclusion, and access.

Appointment Details

This is a 10-month, annual appointment. The successful candidate will be working full time for 10 months of the year (August 1 to May 31), and will be put on short work break for the months of June and July. Typical office hours (7:45am-4:30pm). Evening hours may be required as we expand our services (e.g., one evening/week), with a schedule adjustment made to maintain an average of 40 hours/week onsite. While no after-hours crisis coverage is required, our clinical staff members occasionally provide evening outreach programming and may be called in for a campus crisis response. Expectations are to provide both telehealth and in-person counseling services.

Application Review Schedule

The review of applications starts on May17,2026. Applications received on or before May17th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provision of Direct Counseling Services
  • Provide professional counseling services for UWL students, including individual, group, crisis, and occasional couples counseling.
  • Provide initial brief assessment (triage) and urgent care coverage.
  • Select, administer, and interpret various psychological, educational, and/or vocational assessments and tests.
  • Provide appropriate referral resources to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Engage in timely collaboration and consultation with various university departments and offices, as appropriate, to support and advocate for students.
  • Participate in the training and supervision of practicum students and interns.
  • Participate in pre-licensure supervision of CTC staff when qualified to do so.
• Provision of Indirect Counseling Service (Prevention/Education/Outreach/Consultation)
  • Develop and implement Counseling & Testing Center outreach services that address the needs of the general student population as well as the needs of traditionally underserved populations.
  • Provide consultation to the UWL community and the outside community when feasible.
  • Collaborate with campus wellness constituents in the creation and presentation of prevention/education programs and services for special populations.
  • Participate in in-service training for Counseling & Testing Center staff, as well as the campus community.
  • Contribute to campus diversity, multicultural, and Inclusive Excellence Initiatives.
• University Service & Other Miscellaneous
  • Perform other duties and projects assigned by the director.
  • Share responsibility for creating and maintaining an inclusive environment for all university students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
  • Share responsibility for creating a work environment that emphasizes integrity, respect, direct communication, and support among colleagues and staff.
  • Communicate with the director regarding absences, program ideas, concerns, projects, etc.
  • Serve on staff, student affairs, and university committees and/or task force groups as appropriate.
• Professional Development
  • Contribute to Counseling & Testing Center training/clinical staff seminars as presenter and consultant.
  • Participate in campus staff development training sessions.
  • Maintain and improve clinical competence through ongoing professional development activities and education, including reading of professional journals and books.
  • Attend and participate in local, state, regional and national professional conferences and continuing education workshops.
  • Maintain memberships in professional organizations.
  • Maintain appropriate licensure.
• Administrative Activities
  • Maintain timely and accurate records of evaluation, treatment, consultation, and correspondence (case management).
  • Participate in administrative staff meetings.
  • Assist with administrative and fiscal planning as needed.
  • Engage in and conduct applied research, needs assessment, and evaluation of counseling and outreach services.

Department

Counseling & Testing Center

Compensation

$48,211(independently licensed)/ year or $45,915 (training license) / year

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or social work, approved by the WI Professional Counselor section (MPSW 14.01 ), achieved by August 1, 2026.
• Eligible to be licensed as a Qualified Treatment Trainee in the state of Wisconsin (LPC-IT, APSW, or equivalent) by August 1, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently licensed as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
• Experience conducting outreach programming, presentations, training, and/or workshops relevant to college students.
• Two or more years of post-graduate clinical experience, with significant experience conducting brief therapy with emerging adults for a wide range of presenting concerns.
• Experience with solution-focused (SFBT) and other brief treatment models is desired.
• Experience working with culturally and diagnostically diverse college students.
• Experience conducting assessment and providing treatment for adults in one or more of the following areas: disordered eating, performance enhancement/athletics, expressive arts therapy, crisis management, and concerns related to neurodiversity.
• Commitment to providing group counseling (psychoeducational/skills, support, and therapy groups).
• Significant experience with crisis intervention and risk assessment.
• Interest and/or experience providing clinical supervision.

Employment Eligibility

• UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Benefits

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• Benefits atUWLare highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.