Counseling Services: Clinical Counselor

Position Title

Counseling Services: Clinical Counselor

Job Duties

• Provides individual, group, couples therapy, as well as crisis drop-in services to university students within a brief treatment model.
• Provides consultation services to faculty and staff.
• Provides outreach to campus organizations and classes to inform students about personal development and mental health concerns.
• Serves as supervisor and trainer for graduate student practicum/interns.
• Assumes other duties as requested by the director, as appropriate.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates mental and physical health and behavior and treatment readiness; and develops, coordinates, and disseminates treatment plans for clients and their families in collaboration with medical professionals.
• Trains and guides students or interns as needed.
• Teaches clients and support systems about disorders and helps develop strategies to cope with mental and physical health and behavior problems.
• Facilitates community education programs and/or support groups to help individuals and community members understand the needs and abilities of people with disabilities.
• Completes reports related to clinical treatment, patient planning, and/or medical care according to established policies and procedures.
• Recommends referrals, schedules logistics, and secures resources for clients to receive medical care or various program assistance to help clients live and work more independently.

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family therapy, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Considerable clinical experience facilitating general process groups and psycho-educational workshops is helpful in this position.
• Supervised internship or work experience in university counseling center, mental health agency, or related professional setting is preferred.
• Experience conducting brief therapy, outreach, and clinical supervision are assets.
• Current professional licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) is preferred.
• Applicants without full licensure will still be considered. Required to be licensed within the state of Wisconsin within 2 years of starting the position.

How To Apply

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by July 27th, 2026. However, screening may continue until position is filled. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives. You must create an account and login before you can apply. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format: Cover letter, Resume, Names and contact information for three references.

Additional Information

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment. The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report. Also visit our Campus Security Authority(CSA) policy.

We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.