Counselor Jobs in Wisconsin
Counselor jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in behavioral health, school-based services, and substance use treatment, with demand running strong at entry, mid-career, and senior levels. The busiest hiring markets are Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where systems like Froedtert Health, UnityPoint Health, and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division maintain a lasting presence. Mental health counseling, school counseling, and substance use counseling are the most in-demand specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Petland Racine is a family-owned business, and we want you to join the Petland family! We believe in matching the right pet—whether that be a puppy, a kitten, a reptile, a hamster, or even a fish—with the right family, and to our customers that already have pets, we want to enhance the knowledge of the human-animal bond. Every one of our pets deserves a fur-ever home!
As a Pet Counselor, you will receive on-the-job training regarding sales processes, puppy housebreaking and teething, and care for smaller animals like hamsters, guinea pigs, and ferrets. In this role, your ability to succeed directly correlates to your ability to learn—the faster you learn, the faster you succeed! In order to encourage consistent learning and training progress the goal is to have you at a fully trained status in 45 days!
At Petland Racine, we love connecting pets with families from all walks of life! We especially encourage applicants who are bilingual in English and Spanish to apply. Being able to communicate with our Spanish-speaking customers is a wonderful way to help more families find their perfect pet and ensure they have the knowledge and confidence to give their new family member the best possible care. If you speak both English and Spanish, we'd love to have you as part of the Petland family!
We are considering applicants with at least 30 hours of availability per week both in the summertime and during the fall and winter months/school year. Weekends are required! We are looking specifically for applicants with midday availability to be able to work between the hours of 11-7.
Starting pay is $13/hr while in training, base pay jumps to $15/hr when fully trained, not including performance based pay!
Benefits include
- Performance-based pay
- Employee discount
- Insurance plan for full time employees
Responsibilities include:
- Using Petland processes to send pets home on every shift!
- Providing excellent customer service
- Educating customers on the needs for pets they already own
- Making phone calls to potential customers interested in our pets
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Ability to perform basic math
- Basic computer skills (Typing, Microsoft Word and Excel, etc.)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Good personal hygiene
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- What days are you available to work? What is your availability on those days?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Racine, WI 53406 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Petland Racine is a family-owned business, and we want you to join the Petland family! We believe in matching the right pet—whether that be a puppy, a kitten, a reptile, a hamster, or even a fish—with the right family, and to our customers that already have pets, we want to enhance the knowledge of the human-animal bond. Every one of our pets deserves a fur-ever home!
As a Pet Counselor, you will receive on-the-job training regarding sales processes, puppy housebreaking and teething, and care for smaller animals like hamsters, guinea pigs, and ferrets. In this role, your ability to succeed directly correlates to your ability to learn—the faster you learn, the faster you succeed! In order to encourage consistent learning and training progress the goal is to have you at a fully trained status in 45 days!
At Petland Racine, we love connecting pets with families from all walks of life! We especially encourage applicants who are bilingual in English and Spanish to apply. Being able to communicate with our Spanish-speaking customers is a wonderful way to help more families find their perfect pet and ensure they have the knowledge and confidence to give their new family member the best possible care. If you speak both English and Spanish, we'd love to have you as part of the Petland family!
We are considering applicants with at least 30 hours of availability per week both in the summertime and during the fall and winter months/school year. Weekends are required! We are looking specifically for applicants with midday availability to be able to work between the hours of 11-7.
Starting pay is $13/hr while in training, base pay jumps to $15/hr when fully trained, not including performance based pay!
Benefits include
- Performance-based pay
- Employee discount
- Insurance plan for full time employees
Responsibilities include:
- Using Petland processes to send pets home on every shift!
- Providing excellent customer service
- Educating customers on the needs for pets they already own
- Making phone calls to potential customers interested in our pets
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Ability to perform basic math
- Basic computer skills (Typing, Microsoft Word and Excel, etc.)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Good personal hygiene
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- What days are you available to work? What is your availability on those days?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Racine, WI 53406 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in counselor jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential or eligibility for licensure
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field
- Experience conducting individual, group, or family counseling sessions
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in clinical settings
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as CBT or DBT
- Ability to complete required documentation within compliance and billing standards
Counselor Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a counselor in Wisconsin?
Becoming a licensed counselor in Wisconsin requires a master's degree in counseling or a closely related field, followed by supervised post-graduate hours completed under an approved supervisor. The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services oversees licensure, and candidates must pass the National Counselor Examination or a comparable approved exam before the LPC credential is issued. Some school counseling positions require a separate license through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Which companies hire counselors in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin counselor roles are posted by Emplify Health, Ascension, and Everstory Partners and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Hiring is particularly active across community mental health centers, hospital-affiliated behavioral health programs, and school districts throughout the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most counselor jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay account for the most counselor openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of hospital systems, county behavioral health programs, and nonprofit social services agencies, while Madison draws demand from state government, the University of Wisconsin health network, and a dense cluster of outpatient mental health practices.
Are there remote counselor jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they represent a minority of openings, since most counselor roles involve in-person client sessions or on-site school and facility work. About 26% of counselor openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the positions most likely to be remote are telehealth-based therapy roles with behavioral health platforms or employee assistance programs.
How can I get hired as a counselor in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a supervised clinical internship or practicum during your graduate program at a Wisconsin community mental health center or hospital behavioral health department, which often converts to a post-graduate supervised hours role. Froedtert Health, Rogers Behavioral Health, and county human services departments across Wisconsin regularly bring on associate-level counselors completing their LPC supervised hours. Holding a Licensed Professional Counselor in Training designation through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services strengthens your candidacy before full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to counselor jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to counselor jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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