This position is under the general supervision of the Director of the Counseling & Testing Center (CTC). The counselor will function as a strong generalist conducting mental health assessments (intakes) urgent care (crisis) assessments triage assessments and professional counseling services (including individual couples group). Other responsibilities include referral consultation in-service training and outreach as well as crisis intervention services and public relations services to campus and community members as appropriate. The counselor will also participate on staff student affairs and university committees. Similar to all staff at the CTC the successful candidate will work to make UWL a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students and they will do so in compliance with ethical legal and accreditation guidelines. Independent licensure is required for this position.
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.
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 (crisis) coverage.
Select administer and interpret various psychological educational and/or vocational
assessments and tests as allowed by scope of practice and training.
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 as allowed by licensure status.
Provision of Indirect Counseling Service (Prevention/Education/Outreach/Consultation):
Develop and implement Counseling & Testing Center outreach services that address the needs of the campus community.
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.
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 to practice as a professional counselor.
Counseling & Testing Center
$48211.00 / year
Independently licensed in Wisconsin as a PsychologistLPCLCSW orLMFT or independently licensed in another state and eligible to apply for a WI license by reciprocity immediately upon hire.
Provide Resume Cover Letter and copy of license as a Psychologist LPC LCSW or LMFT or independent license to practice in another state with Wisconsin reciprocity.
Crystal Champion
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 Wisconsins Open Records Law. UWL will not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records 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 or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
INFORMATIONABOUTYOURBENEFITS
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 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.
EEO Statement
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or other bases as defined by federal regulations 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.