Counselor

University Counseling Services at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invite applications for a Counselor. A counselor provides professional mental health counseling and consultation services for the campus community, incorporates a brief therapeutic model to address the emotional and behavioral needs of students, creates developmental programming to increase healthy lifestyle and coping behaviors across campus, and provides strategic direction and advocacy for university mental health policy and initiatives. Position involves assessment/screening of needs, consultation, outreach, crisis management and professional counseling services (individual, couples and group).

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 (evening hours as we expand our services (e.g., one evening/week), with a schedule adjustment made to maintain an average of 40 hours/week onsite, occasional weekend commitments, travel out-of-town, etc.)

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Required:

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field.

• Professional licensure in counseling or social work, or be eligible for licensure as a Professional Counselor or Social Worker in Wisconsin within 6 months.

• Experience providing mental health counseling.

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Superior 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 a varied schedule with flexible hours including some weekend and evenings.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred:

• Minimum of 5 years mental health counseling experience 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 January 16, 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