Counselor (Training License or Independent License) Premium

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse,

Counseling & Testing Center
 
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Last Posted:

Fri, Sep 4th, '26

Deadline:

Review will continue until the position is filled.

Start Date:

Earliest mutually agreeable start date.

Last Updated:

Fri, Sep 4th, '26

 
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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  • Full Time

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.

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.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-LA CROSSE

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) embodies a commitment to student success as a highly-ranked, selective, regional, comprehensive university of approximately 10,500 students. UWL demonstrates consistently strong enrollment and fiscal stability. Located along the Mississippi River in the scenic Driftless Region of southwest Wisconsin, UWL offers a vibrant campus with modern facilities, extensive co-curricular opportunities, and a strong sense of community. 

The university is recognized nationally for its student academic profile, strong retention and graduation rates, and robust undergraduate and graduate programs. UWL fosters a collaborative campus culture where faculty and staff are supported in teaching, research, and professional development. The La Crosse community provides a welcoming environment with abundant outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a historic downtown — making it an ideal place to live and work.


Application deadlines 
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources. 

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials 
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. 
 
CBC & Reference Check Policy 
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. 

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) 
For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000. 

INFORMATION?ABOUT?YOUR?BENEFITS 
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. 
Highlights include: 

  • 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 at UWL are 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.

        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.

        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. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013.

         
        MINIMUM 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.
        DESIRED 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.
         
        COMPENSATION

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

        APPLICATION MATERIALS

        Required application documents must be submitted through the link below, and include:

        Cover Letter which indicates the approximate number of hours you have accrued toward independent licensure (if currently practicing under supervision)

        Copy of current license to practice (if applicable)

        Resume