Counselor

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Position Title:

Counselor

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Counselor

Position Summary:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville University Counseling Services is accepting applications for one or more Counselors . A counselor provides clinical counseling (individual, couples and group) to students, incorporating a brief therapeutic model to address the emotional and behavioral health needs of students as well as provides outreach, prevention and consultation services for the campus community. Working comfortably both individually and as a team member, counselors assist with developmental programming to increase healthy lifestyle and coping behaviors across campus and provide support and advocacy for university mental health policy and initiatives.

This is a full time position working 10 months out of the year with a break during the summer months. This position involves work expectations outside of normal office hours (night hours, weekend commitments, travel out-of-town, etc.).

Key Job Responsibilities:

Counseling

• Provide individual, group, or couples counseling to students struggling with developmental and/or personal health issues by adhering to a brief psychotherapy model that is time sensitive and goal oriented.

• Administer and interpret assessments and screening inventories given to students in conjunction with individual or group counseling.

• Provide limited crisis intervention with students and support for other involved people during business hours.

• Refer students to appropriate community resources.

• Consult with the director and other UCS staff regularly regarding case management issues.

• Provide professional consultation and/or information and referral services to faculty and staff.

Programming

• Develop, plan and facilitate outreach and success programming to educate and increase awareness of the mental health needs of college-age students to promote a healthy campus.

• Facilitate psycho-educational and process-oriented groups.

• When appropriate, consult and work with other University staff or campus units in the development and presentation of programs
  
  

Administration

• Adhere to administrative policies and procedures of UCS specifically and the University as a whole.

• Maintain accurate and thorough electronic medical records.

• Develop, plan and provide in-service training and programs for other University departments as requested or otherwise appropriate.

• Embrace and support diversity as part of the educational process.

• Assist in UCS publicity and public relations efforts as outlined or requested by the director.

• Develop and assist in the distribution of reference materials for students in line with their perceived personal, educational, and vocational needs.

• Assist in the supervision of student employees as specified by the director.

• When appropriate, serve as a resource or consultant to individuals or groups.

• Consult with community counseling or psychiatric personnel/agencies as needed.

• Serves on multidisciplinary campus committees.

• Other duties as assigned.
  

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Required:

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field completed by start date.

• Professional licensure as either Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or eligible for licensure in Wisconsin within 6 months.

• Experience providing generalist mental health counseling.

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, particularly in matters relative to sensitive or confidential student records, personnel, or organizational matters.

• Ability to work scheduled hours with flexibility, including some occasional evenings and weekends.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience in college mental health counseling is desired.

• Familiar with electronic medical records.

• Proficient in providing short-term, developmentally-focused psychotherapy

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville , founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal and are due by May 10, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications

• A current resume

• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references.

• Additional documents as needed

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

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.

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