Clinical Counselor Green Card Jobs
Clinical Counselor roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals and EB-3 for skilled workers with a bachelor's degree plus licensure. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring your I-140 petition, making this a permanent residency pathway rather than a temporary visa.
See All Clinical Counselor JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 57+ Clinical Counselor jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 57+ Clinical Counselor jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Clinical Counselor roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
JOB OVERVIEW
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, in collaboration with University Health Services, is recruiting a full-time Clinical Counselor or Social Worker to join the department that will provide comprehensive clinical, consultative, emergency and psycho-educational services to the student body of the University of Cincinnati.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide direct patient care in the form of individual psychotherapy.
- Provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, consultation, treatment and related psychological services to students.
- Apply and supervise (if applicable) the application of psychological procedures and techniques in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating psychological disorders.
- Provide crisis management and case coordination with interdisciplinary clinic team members.
- Function as a member of interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Provide education and support regarding psychosocial and behavioral issues to medical school faculty, attending physicians, nursing staff, residents, interns, medical students and other trainees as requested and/or needed.
- Participate in regular staff meetings, case conference meetings, and other clinic meetings.
- Fulfill medical records, billing, HIPAA and other administrative requirements associated with patient care.
- Perform related duties based on department needs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Clinical Counselor
Required Education Master’s Degree in Counseling.
Required Trainings/Certifications State of Ohio Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or a Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S).
Additional Qualifications Considered Good interpersonal skills, team oriented and desire to collaborate in a multidisciplinary setting.
- OR -
Social Worker
Required Education Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Required Trainings/Certifications State of Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), or a Licensed Independent Social Worker with supervision designation (LISW-S).
Required Experience Two (2) years of supervised social work experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered Good interpersonal skills, team oriented and desire to collaborate in a multidisciplinary setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
- Vacation and sick time
- 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
REQ: 102168
INTRODUCTION
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
JOB OVERVIEW
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.
The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, in collaboration with University Health Services, is recruiting a full-time Clinical Counselor or Social Worker to join the department that will provide comprehensive clinical, consultative, emergency and psycho-educational services to the student body of the University of Cincinnati.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide direct patient care in the form of individual psychotherapy.
- Provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, consultation, treatment and related psychological services to students.
- Apply and supervise (if applicable) the application of psychological procedures and techniques in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating psychological disorders.
- Provide crisis management and case coordination with interdisciplinary clinic team members.
- Function as a member of interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Provide education and support regarding psychosocial and behavioral issues to medical school faculty, attending physicians, nursing staff, residents, interns, medical students and other trainees as requested and/or needed.
- Participate in regular staff meetings, case conference meetings, and other clinic meetings.
- Fulfill medical records, billing, HIPAA and other administrative requirements associated with patient care.
- Perform related duties based on department needs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Clinical Counselor
Required Education Master’s Degree in Counseling.
Required Trainings/Certifications State of Ohio Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or a Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S).
Additional Qualifications Considered Good interpersonal skills, team oriented and desire to collaborate in a multidisciplinary setting.
- OR -
Social Worker
Required Education Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Required Trainings/Certifications State of Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), or a Licensed Independent Social Worker with supervision designation (LISW-S).
Required Experience Two (2) years of supervised social work experience.
Additional Qualifications Considered Good interpersonal skills, team oriented and desire to collaborate in a multidisciplinary setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
- Vacation and sick time
- 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
REQ: 102168
See all 57+ Clinical Counselor jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Clinical Counselor roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Clinical Counselor
Verify your licensure before PERM begins
PERM job requirements must match your actual credentials. If your state license is pending or from a different jurisdiction, the DOL-certified minimum requirements could disqualify you mid-process. Confirm reciprocity status before your employer files.
Target employers with dedicated HR compliance teams
Behavioral health networks, hospital systems, and community mental health centers are far more likely to have in-house HR staff experienced in PERM filings than small private practices. Established compliance infrastructure means fewer delays from inexperienced sponsors.
Check prevailing wage early using OFLC Wage Search
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself before negotiating salary so you know the floor and can flag any misclassification in your job duties.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Filtering job listings by PERM filing history saves weeks of outreach to employers who have never sponsored. Migrate Mate surfaces Clinical Counselor roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you start with vetted leads.
Understand how EB-2 versus EB-3 affects your timeline
A master's degree in counseling or clinical social work can qualify you for EB-2, which carries shorter wait times for many nationalities. EB-3 applies if your role is classified as a skilled worker position. Confirm your tier with your employer before PERM is filed.
Request concurrent I-485 filing when your priority date allows
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you can file for adjustment of status without waiting for a separate visa bulletin cycle. Ask your employer's attorney whether concurrent filing is available to compress your overall green card timeline.
Clinical Counselor jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Clinical Counselor JobsClinical Counselor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Counselor jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers candidates with a master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work, which is standard for licensed professional counselors and licensed clinical social workers. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree plus licensure. Your employer's PERM filing determines which category is used, so the job description and your actual credentials must align before the DOL application is submitted.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for counselors?
H-1B is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year, and subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities and leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The PERM process typically takes longer upfront since DOL must certify that no qualified U.S. worker is available, but the outcome is a path to a green card rather than a visa that expires.
What does an employer need to do to sponsor a Clinical Counselor for a green card?
The employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL, conducts a mandatory recruitment campaign to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available, and then submits an I-140 immigrant petition to USCIS. The job offer must be for a permanent, full-time position, and the employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location throughout the process and upon your start date.
How do I find Clinical Counselor employers who will sponsor a green card?
Most employers who have sponsored before will do so again because they have the legal infrastructure in place. Migrate Mate filters Clinical Counselor job listings by PERM filing history, so you can focus your applications on employers who have already navigated the DOL process rather than cold-pitching companies with no sponsorship experience.
Can my state licensure requirement affect my PERM application?
Yes. If the PERM job description lists state licensure as a requirement, your employer must be able to document that you already hold it or can obtain it before you begin work. DOL audits often scrutinize licensing requirements in healthcare and counseling roles. If your license is from another state or still pending, confirm transferability and timeline with your employer before the PERM recruitment period starts.
See which Clinical Counselor employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Clinical Counselor Jobs