E-3 Visa Family Counselor Jobs
Family Counselor roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in counseling, social work, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure E-3 status without entering a lottery, with renewals available every two years for as long as you hold a qualifying offer.
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LMC was founded in 2010 on the principle of delivering out-of-the-box, trusted, expert guidance. Great clients is one aspect, but it is our even greater staff that sets us apart. For us, it’s about creating a positive work environment that offers flexibility and growth.
LMC seeks a Senior Bookkeeper in our Family Office Division. The individual will drive excellence and accuracy to support the company in achieving its growth ambitions.
LMC Advisors is an integrated and comprehensive financial and tax advisory company, primarily focused on servicing entrepreneurial business and their owners. We pride ourselves on providing white glove service to our clients and supporting them in achieving their dreams. We have BIG dreams and are looking for a team player and leader to drive this critical function.
What You’ll Do:
- Responsible for the execution of client engagements, providing white glove service to all clients
- General accounting and business management
- Oversee bookkeeping, payroll, bill paying and wire transfers for family office clients
- Assist with ad hoc special finance projects
- Work with client on budgeting, spending and investment monitoring
- Assist in preparation of all aspects of client financial reporting in alignment with deliverables package including P&Ls, cashflow reports and projects
- Communicate status of engagements to departments involved in providing additional services to client
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel preferred
- Strong communication & organizational skills
- Ability to research issues independently and timely to resolve client issues.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.
Working at LMC provides unlimited growth potential along with a competitive compensation and benefits package. We also offer flexible hours & remote or hybrid options to accommodate a work-life balance.
The annual base salary range for this role is $90,000-130,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of LMC’s salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.
Who we are:
LMC was founded in 2010 on the principle of delivering out-of-the-box, trusted, expert guidance. Great clients is one aspect, but it is our even greater staff that sets us apart. For us, it’s about creating a positive work environment that offers flexibility and growth.
LMC seeks a Senior Bookkeeper in our Family Office Division. The individual will drive excellence and accuracy to support the company in achieving its growth ambitions.
LMC Advisors is an integrated and comprehensive financial and tax advisory company, primarily focused on servicing entrepreneurial business and their owners. We pride ourselves on providing white glove service to our clients and supporting them in achieving their dreams. We have BIG dreams and are looking for a team player and leader to drive this critical function.
What You’ll Do:
- Responsible for the execution of client engagements, providing white glove service to all clients
- General accounting and business management
- Oversee bookkeeping, payroll, bill paying and wire transfers for family office clients
- Assist with ad hoc special finance projects
- Work with client on budgeting, spending and investment monitoring
- Assist in preparation of all aspects of client financial reporting in alignment with deliverables package including P&Ls, cashflow reports and projects
- Communicate status of engagements to departments involved in providing additional services to client
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel preferred
- Strong communication & organizational skills
- Ability to research issues independently and timely to resolve client issues.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.
Working at LMC provides unlimited growth potential along with a competitive compensation and benefits package. We also offer flexible hours & remote or hybrid options to accommodate a work-life balance.
The annual base salary range for this role is $90,000-130,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end of LMC’s salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Family Counselor
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees in counseling or social work are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but your employer's LCA filing must confirm the role requires that specific degree field, not just any bachelor's.
Target licensed clinical settings over generalist roles
Hospitals, community mental health centers, and Employee Assistance Programs file LCAs regularly and understand specialty occupation requirements. Generalist roles at nonprofits or schools sometimes lack the defined degree requirement that makes a Family Counselor position E-3 eligible.
Ask employers about LCA timelines before accepting
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but your employer must post the LCA notice at the worksite for ten consecutive days before filing. Build that window into your start date negotiation so your sponsorship timeline doesn't delay onboarding.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end support
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment, including prevailing wage verification and DS-160 preparation specific to counseling roles.
Disclose any state licensure status early
U.S. counseling roles often require state licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW. Consular officers may ask whether your Australian qualifications satisfy state board requirements, so clarify your licensure pathway with the employer before the visa interview.
Request a new LCA when changing employers or states
If you move to a new employer or transfer to a worksite in a different metropolitan area, your employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL reflecting the new prevailing wage. Your existing E-3 stamp doesn't transfer automatically between sponsoring employers.
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How do I find Family Counselor jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Family Counselor roles from employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to organizations unfamiliar with the process. Filtering by sponsorship type saves time and surfaces employers already set up to handle the DOL and USCIS steps your application requires.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Family Counselor role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires a bachelor's degree or higher in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required can create problems at the consulate, so confirm the job posting and LCA both state the degree requirement as mandatory.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Family Counselor positions?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens but has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time you have a qualifying offer. The H-1B requires winning a lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate before any filing can proceed. For Australians, the E-3 removes the single biggest obstacle that blocks most skilled-worker applicants from obtaining U.S. employment authorization.
Can I transfer my Australian counseling credentials to work in the U.S. on an E-3?
Your Australian qualifications satisfy the E-3 educational requirement, but U.S. states separately govern clinical licensure. Most states require supervised hours completed in the U.S., so you'll likely begin in an associate or supervised role while accruing those hours. Confirm the specific requirements with your destination state's counseling board before accepting an offer, as timelines vary significantly.
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