Counselor University Health and Counseling

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The Department of University Health and Counseling at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks 3 Counselors (HS078).

This 0.9 FTE Counselor position at University Health & Counseling Services (UHCS) with a reduced schedule during summer months is a fully in-person clinical role designed to provide responsive high-impact mental health services to students. The position emphasizes brief and developmentally informed counseling crisis intervention outreach and consultation supporting the holistic mental health needs of a diverse student population.

The counselor will be a highly engaged on-site member of the UHCS clinical team contributing to a collaborative student-centered environment and providing timely support for students. Responsibilities include direct clinical services crisis response outreach and consultation. Reporting to the Counseling Director this generalist role promotes developmental transitional and preventive care while maintaining strong professional and ethical standards.

UHCS is an affirmative action organization committed to accessibility belonging and inclusive excellence.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Services Crisis Intervention and Student Support 70%

• Provide individual couples (when eligible) and group counseling using brief solution-focused and strengths-based approaches.

• Serve as part of the on-call crisis response rotation during business hours providing same-day support risk evaluation safety planning and short-term stabilization for students in acute distress.

• Provide timely follow-up care and coordination of services including case management and referral to campus and community resources as appropriate.

• Collaborate with campus partners to support students experiencing elevated distress or crisis-related concerns.

• Complete clinical documentation and reports in compliance with clinic policy accreditation standards and applicable ethical and legal requirements.

Outreach Consultation and Education 10%

• Participate in psychoeducational outreach and prevention programming each semester to promote mental health awareness help-seeking and resilience.

• Provide consultation to faculty staff and campus partners regarding student mental health concerns crisis response and referral processes.

• Contribute to University committees initiatives and program development efforts that support student well-being.

• Deliver culturally responsive care and programming that reflects a strong commitment to accessibility belonging and social justice.

Collaboration and Professional Practice 10%

• Actively participate in weekly case conferences and function as a collaborative member of a multidisciplinary clinical team.

• Maintain ethical standards consistent with the clinicians professional organization and scope of practice.

• Maintain required licensure and certifications including continuing education.

• Participate in safety protocols emergency preparedness training and crisis response drills.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervision of Trainees 10% (flexible/role-dependent)

• Provide clinical supervision to trainees in collaboration with the supervisory team.

• Participation in trainee supervision may include individual or group supervision and is adjustable based on experience credentials and departmental needs.

Supervision Received

• Administrative supervision is provided by the Counseling Director of UHCS.

• Clinical consultation is collegial collaborative and team-based.

Supervision Exercised

• Clinical supervision of counseling trainees as assigned.

This description attempts to indicate the kinds and levels of responsibilities given this title and shall not be construed as defining all specific duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of supervisors to assign direct and control the work of their employees. Statements of employee duties are not intended to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of responsibility.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 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. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitates psycho-educational and process-oriented groups

• Prepares presentations and outreach activities and facilitates student adjustment and success programs to promote a healthy campus

• Provides individual and group counseling to students struggling with developmental and/or personal mental health issues and refers students to appropriate community resources

• Serves on multidisciplinary campus committees

• Provides counseling and/or information and referral services to faculty and staff

Department:

University Health and Counseling Services

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting contract salary within the range of $56000-$61650 for a .9 FTE commensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters-level (MSW MFT MS MA) or doctoral-level (Ph.D. Psy.D. Ed.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology) clinicians are eligible to apply.

• Current independent Wisconsin license (or eligibility to obtain within one year of hire) is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or specialized training in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred:

  • Crisis intervention and risk evaluation

  • University or college counseling center settings

  • LGBTQIA and/or BIPOC populations

  • AODA

  • Disordered eating

  • Sexual assault and trauma-informed care

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Name and contact information for three professional references

Contact Information:

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact us at or

For questions regarding this position please contact:

Karen Bruggeman

262/472-1305

To Ensure Consideration:

Applications received by May 1st 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

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.