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Mental health counseling roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant master's or bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field. Australian counselors benefit from no lottery and indefinite renewals, making long-term U.S. practice more stable than most other work visas.
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Counseling Services at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a dedicated and passionate Graduate Assistant for Mental Health Outreach to work 20 hours per week. We are seeking to fill this position for the upcoming academic year, and plan to onboard the selected candidate over the summer.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Director for Outreach and Community Relations and the Administrative Assistant 4 – Outreach Support Specialist to promote mental health awareness, prevention, and connection to care across campus. This position offers a valuable opportunity for a graduate student in a mental health–related field (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Counseling and Educational Psychology, Social Work, Community Health Sciences, Public Health) to gain hands-on experience in outreach, peer education, and mental health promotion within a university counseling center.
Responsibilities
- Offer direct mental health support by facilitating one-on-one Let’s Talk drop-in consultation sessions and meet with students to provide support, advice, psychoeducation, provide connections to appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Collaborate in the development, planning, and execution of mental health outreach and prevention programming aligned with Counseling Services mission and scope of practice.
- Actively work to educate the campus community about mental health topics and Counseling Services resources through events, presentations, marketing campaigns, and awareness initiatives.
- Create engaging and informative materials for social media, marketing, and promotion ensuring the content is accessible, visually engaging, accurate, and aligned with Counseling Services and University messaging and branding.
- Co-supervise and facilitate the HOWL Peer Educator program, following NASPA Certified Peer Educator training model and assist with recruitment, training, onboarding, mentorship, and evaluation of peer educators.
- Help to foster a warm and friendly environment at the Annex by initiating conversations with students, making thoughtful efforts to engage individuals who may be hesitant or reserved, and intentionally ensuring that all students who utilize the space are informed about available resources and services.
- Assist with office duties and light cleaning as assigned.
- Perform other outreach and engagement duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Available to work 20 hours a week, between 9am-4pm on weekdays.
- Available to accept some scheduling flexibility during key periods.
- Must be admitted to a degree-granting program and maintain good academic standing with an overall GPA of at least 3.0.
- Must be continuously enrolled in at least 6 graduate-level credits (600-700 level) throughout the assistantship.
- Confident in public speaking with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in software tools such as Zoom, Canva, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency with Canva, and social media platforms.
- Ability to complete tasks with creativity, independence, and initiative, while maintaining accountability to report to the supervisor regularly.
- Ability to professionally represent Counseling Services through effective communication and collaboration within the center, the Student Services Division, the university community, and the public.
Schedule
This position works 20-hours per week and is scheduled within our operating hours of 9am-4pm, Monday – Friday.
Additionally, during key periods of the academic year additional evening and weekend shifts may be required. When possible, a minimum of three (3) weeks’ notice will be provided for schedule changes; however, on occasion, adjustments may need to be made with shorter notice. All schedule changes will be flexed to ensure the employee remains within the 20-hour-per-week working limit.
Compensation
Annual salary of $20,400 calculated at 50% FTE (20 hours per week).
Why Join Us?
- Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in mental health programming and outreach.
- Mentorship: Work closely with experienced professionals in the field of mental health.
- Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in promoting mental health and well-being on campus.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions.
Required Attachment(s)
- Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
- Cover Letter – (required)
- Contact Information for Three Professional References – (required) Please include name, contact information, and relationship.
This posting is open until filled
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions
Job Description
Counseling Services at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a dedicated and passionate Graduate Assistant for Mental Health Outreach to work 20 hours per week. We are seeking to fill this position for the upcoming academic year, and plan to onboard the selected candidate over the summer.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Director for Outreach and Community Relations and the Administrative Assistant 4 – Outreach Support Specialist to promote mental health awareness, prevention, and connection to care across campus. This position offers a valuable opportunity for a graduate student in a mental health–related field (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Counseling and Educational Psychology, Social Work, Community Health Sciences, Public Health) to gain hands-on experience in outreach, peer education, and mental health promotion within a university counseling center.
Responsibilities
- Offer direct mental health support by facilitating one-on-one Let’s Talk drop-in consultation sessions and meet with students to provide support, advice, psychoeducation, provide connections to appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Collaborate in the development, planning, and execution of mental health outreach and prevention programming aligned with Counseling Services mission and scope of practice.
- Actively work to educate the campus community about mental health topics and Counseling Services resources through events, presentations, marketing campaigns, and awareness initiatives.
- Create engaging and informative materials for social media, marketing, and promotion ensuring the content is accessible, visually engaging, accurate, and aligned with Counseling Services and University messaging and branding.
- Co-supervise and facilitate the HOWL Peer Educator program, following NASPA Certified Peer Educator training model and assist with recruitment, training, onboarding, mentorship, and evaluation of peer educators.
- Help to foster a warm and friendly environment at the Annex by initiating conversations with students, making thoughtful efforts to engage individuals who may be hesitant or reserved, and intentionally ensuring that all students who utilize the space are informed about available resources and services.
- Assist with office duties and light cleaning as assigned.
- Perform other outreach and engagement duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Available to work 20 hours a week, between 9am-4pm on weekdays.
- Available to accept some scheduling flexibility during key periods.
- Must be admitted to a degree-granting program and maintain good academic standing with an overall GPA of at least 3.0.
- Must be continuously enrolled in at least 6 graduate-level credits (600-700 level) throughout the assistantship.
- Confident in public speaking with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in software tools such as Zoom, Canva, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency with Canva, and social media platforms.
- Ability to complete tasks with creativity, independence, and initiative, while maintaining accountability to report to the supervisor regularly.
- Ability to professionally represent Counseling Services through effective communication and collaboration within the center, the Student Services Division, the university community, and the public.
Schedule
This position works 20-hours per week and is scheduled within our operating hours of 9am-4pm, Monday – Friday.
Additionally, during key periods of the academic year additional evening and weekend shifts may be required. When possible, a minimum of three (3) weeks’ notice will be provided for schedule changes; however, on occasion, adjustments may need to be made with shorter notice. All schedule changes will be flexed to ensure the employee remains within the 20-hour-per-week working limit.
Compensation
Annual salary of $20,400 calculated at 50% FTE (20 hours per week).
Why Join Us?
- Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in mental health programming and outreach.
- Mentorship: Work closely with experienced professionals in the field of mental health.
- Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in promoting mental health and well-being on campus.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions.
Required Attachment(s)
- Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
- Cover Letter – (required)
- Contact Information for Three Professional References – (required) Please include name, contact information, and relationship.
This posting is open until filled
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Mental Health Counseling
Verify your credentials meet state licensure requirements
U.S. states license mental health counselors independently, and many require a master's degree plus supervised hours. Confirm your Australian qualifications translate before applying, since licensure eligibility directly affects whether an employer can sponsor you.
Target employers who already file LCAs
Search the DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for certified LCAs under mental health counselor SOC codes. Employers with recent certifications have already navigated the prevailing wage process and are far more likely to sponsor again.
Address your Australian degree equivalency upfront
Australian three-year psychology or counseling degrees often raise questions about U.S. equivalency. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization before your interview so employers aren't surprised during the LCA or visa filing stage.
Negotiate who handles the LCA and filing paperwork
Many private practices want to sponsor but don't know where to start. Bring the process to them: use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork, reducing the burden on employers unfamiliar with E-3 requirements.
Distinguish E-3 from H-1B when approaching smaller clinics
Community mental health centers and private practices often assume visa sponsorship means H-1B lottery risk. Clarify that the E-3 has no cap, no lottery, and no employer PERM obligation, which removes the biggest barriers smaller employers cite.
Align your offer letter with specialty occupation standards
Your offer letter must describe duties requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Generic language like 'provide therapy services' can trigger DOL scrutiny. Ask your employer to specify clinical assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment modalities.
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Find Mental Health Counseling JobsMental Health Counseling E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find mental health counseling jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for mental health counseling roles posted by U.S. employers open to E-3 sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves significant time compared to manually vetting listings. Most roles are in outpatient clinics, community health centers, telehealth platforms, and hospital systems, which tend to have HR teams experienced with work visa sponsorship.
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 mental health counseling role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a directly related field. USCIS looks at both the job duties and the employer's normal hiring standards. Roles at accredited clinical settings that mandate licensure-track credentials almost always meet the specialty occupation threshold.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for mental health counselors?
The E-3 has significant advantages: there's no annual lottery, no cap to exhaust, and the process typically moves faster since there's no registration phase. H-1B selection odds are roughly one in four in recent years. For Australian counselors, the E-3 is the faster and more predictable path to authorized employment, with no competitive filing window to navigate.
Can I transfer my E-3 to a new mental health employer mid-status?
Yes. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if you travel internationally. Domestically, you can begin work once the new LCA is certified and your employer has the required documentation in place, without waiting for USCIS approval of a new petition.
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