Counseling Services: Clinical Counselor
About The Position
A professional Academic Staff position in Counseling Services with the title of Clinical Counselor is available beginning August 2026. The position is full time from August through early June, with a 9-week work break in the Summer. The Clinical Counselor is responsible for providing individual, group, couples therapy, and crisis intervention counseling services to university students. Consultation services to faculty and staff, and outreach activities are also performed by counselors to enhance the personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment of students and other members of the campus community. The Clinical Counselor is responsible for: Providing individual, group, couples therapy, as well as crisis drop-in services to university students within a brief treatment model. Providing Consultation services to faculty and staff Provide outreach to campus organizations and classes to inform students about personal development and mental health concerns. Supervise/train graduate student practicum/interns. Assume other duties as requested by the director, as appropriate.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family therapy, or closely related field required from a regionally accredited institution.
- Required to be licensed within the state of Wisconsin within 2 years of starting the position.
Nice To Haves
- Considerable clinical experience facilitating general process groups and psycho-educational workshops is helpful in this position.
- Supervised internship or work experience in university counseling center, mental health agency, or related professional setting is preferred.
- Experience conducting brief therapy, outreach, and clinical supervision are an asset.
- Current professional licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Providing individual, group, couples therapy, as well as crisis drop-in services to university students within a brief treatment model.
- Providing Consultation services to faculty and staff
- Provide outreach to campus organizations and classes to inform students about personal development and mental health concerns.
- Supervise/train graduate student practicum/interns.
- Assume other duties as requested by the director, as appropriate.
- Recommends referrals, schedules logistics, and secures resources for clients to receive medical care or various program assistance to help clients live and work more independently
- Completes reports related to clinical treatment, patient planning, and/or medical care according to established policies and procedures
- Facilitates community education programs and/or support groups to help individuals and community members understand the needs and abilities of people with disabilities
- Teaches clients and support systems about disorders and helps develop strategies to cope with mental and physical health and behavior problems
- Provides training and guidance to students or interns as needed
- Evaluates mental and physical health and behavior and treatment readiness; and develops, coordinates, and disseminates treatment plans for clients and their families in collaboration with medical professionals
Benefits
- Background check
- References will be contacted with notice
- Confidentiality for applicants
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
