Counselor

Working Title: Counselor Official Title: Counselor Employment Class:

Non-Instructional Academic Staff

FTE: 1.0 Compensation: $55,000 FLSA Status: Exempt Terms of Employment: 12-month, annual, fixed-term renewable Position Summary:

The UWO Counseling Center has openings to join a talented, supportive and fun counseling team servicing the amazing Titan students. Our counselor positions provide individual and group counseling, crisis management, consultation, outreach and training and a wide array of positive psychology/wellness services. Working in a college setting with students who are open and invested in their wellness is one of the best mental health work environments. We are committed to servicing the overall wellness of every student in an inclusive, positive and caring way.

UW Oshkosh provides a competitive benefits package for all benefit-eligible positions. Click here for more details.

Responsibilities

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.

• Provides individual and group counseling to students struggling with developmental and/or personal mental health issues and refers students to appropriate community resources
• Provides counseling and/or information and referral services to faculty and staff
• Facilitates psycho-educational and process-oriented groups
• Prepares presentations and outreach activities and facilitates student adjustment and success programs to promote a healthy campus
• Serves on multidisciplinary campus committees

Qualifications Required:

Masters in mental health related field required

Ability to be fully licensed in the state of Wisconsin within the first two years of employment

Strong commitment to inclusive excellence and proven history of multicultural competence

Understanding and commitment to positive psychology practices

Risk assessment and treatment experience

Preferred:

PhD preferred

Fully licensed in the state of Wisconsin

Previous employment in a college counseling center

At least four years post graduate work in a mental health setting

To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

Cover Letter, resume, and contact information for three references

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by June 17, 2022 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration 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.

Legal Notices:

AA/EO Statement
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply. UWO, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

DEI Statement
Diversity drives innovation, creativity, and progress. At the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, the culture, identities, life experiences, unique abilities, and talents of every individual contribute to the foundation of our success. Creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment is of paramount importance to us. This pursuit prepares all of us to be global citizens who will contribute to the betterment of the world. We are committed to a university culture that provides everyone with the opportunity to thrive.

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO 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.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 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.

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