Counselor - Independently Licensed

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Job Duties:

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.

Key Job Responsibilities:

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.

Department:

Counseling & Testing Center

Compensation:

$48,211.00 / year

Required Qualifications:

Independently licensed in Wisconsin as a Psychologist, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT, or independently licensed in another state and eligible to apply for a WI license by reciprocity immediately upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

How to Apply:

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.

Contact Information:

Crystal Champion

cchampion@uwlax.edu

Special Notes:

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. 

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.