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Counselor roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field. Employers in healthcare systems, universities, and community mental health organizations are the most active sponsors for licensed clinical and school counseling positions.
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Work type: Professional
Location: Oklahoma City
Categories: Health/Wellness Services
Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $60,500 depending on education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel: Not required
For Best Consideration Date: 06/30/2026
Position Introduction:
Student Counseling Services (SCS) is seeking a counselor to provide services to students seeking graduate-level and professional degrees at the OU-Health campus. This includes individual, couples, and group counseling; crisis intervention; case management; and outreach and wellness programming. For those interested in supervision opportunities, the center directs a practicum program for masters-level and doctoral-level students as well as LPC-candidates. We also offer assessment services to support students seeking mental health diagnoses.
SCS is comprised of a diverse staff including psychologists and licensed professional counselors. We value a warm and supportive environment that actively encourages healthy work-life balance and strong professional relationships between colleagues. Professional development is supported through on-site opportunities and funds for external trainings.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and their community by joining a compassionate, client-centered team dedicated to improving the mental and emotional well-being of students taking courses on the OU-Health campus. We serve a diverse, high-functioning, intelligent population of students facing a variety of challenges, including academic stress, family and relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, personal and professional identity concerns, and other mental health needs. Through counseling, advocacy, and collaboration, this role helps empower students on their path to degree attainment with OU.
The ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, dependable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and student/patient advocacy. For individuals seeking a career that combines clinical expertise, leadership, and meaningful community impact, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of our OU students every day.
Required Education and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Relations, or related field.
- 24 months of professional Counseling experience.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Licensed Master of Social Work, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Work, or Licensed Psychologist or ability to obtain one of the aforementioned licenses within 18 months of hire date.
Department Preferences:
- Experience working in a college or university counseling center.
- Experience or interest in the provision of clinical supervision to trainees.
- Experience or interest in providing outreach and wellness programming to student body / campus partners.
- Psych tech experience or psychologists with experience in psychoeducational and/or neuropsychological assessment of ADHD and autism.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 12 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
Job no: 493206
Work type: Professional
Location: Oklahoma City
Categories: Health/Wellness Services
Pay Range: Targeted salary up to $60,500 depending on education and experience.
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel: Not required
For Best Consideration Date: 06/30/2026
Position Introduction:
Student Counseling Services (SCS) is seeking a counselor to provide services to students seeking graduate-level and professional degrees at the OU-Health campus. This includes individual, couples, and group counseling; crisis intervention; case management; and outreach and wellness programming. For those interested in supervision opportunities, the center directs a practicum program for masters-level and doctoral-level students as well as LPC-candidates. We also offer assessment services to support students seeking mental health diagnoses.
SCS is comprised of a diverse staff including psychologists and licensed professional counselors. We value a warm and supportive environment that actively encourages healthy work-life balance and strong professional relationships between colleagues. Professional development is supported through on-site opportunities and funds for external trainings.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and their community by joining a compassionate, client-centered team dedicated to improving the mental and emotional well-being of students taking courses on the OU-Health campus. We serve a diverse, high-functioning, intelligent population of students facing a variety of challenges, including academic stress, family and relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, personal and professional identity concerns, and other mental health needs. Through counseling, advocacy, and collaboration, this role helps empower students on their path to degree attainment with OU.
The ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, dependable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and student/patient advocacy. For individuals seeking a career that combines clinical expertise, leadership, and meaningful community impact, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of our OU students every day.
Required Education and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Relations, or related field.
- 24 months of professional Counseling experience.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Licensed Master of Social Work, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Work, or Licensed Psychologist or ability to obtain one of the aforementioned licenses within 18 months of hire date.
Department Preferences:
- Experience working in a college or university counseling center.
- Experience or interest in the provision of clinical supervision to trainees.
- Experience or interest in providing outreach and wellness programming to student body / campus partners.
- Psych tech experience or psychologists with experience in psychoeducational and/or neuropsychological assessment of ADHD and autism.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Advertised: 12 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Counselor
Verify your license transfers across states
H-1B approval is tied to the worksite state. Confirm your counseling license is valid or reciprocal in that state before the employer files, since USCIS scrutinizes state licensure requirements as part of specialty occupation review.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Counselor roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're applying to organizations that have already navigated H-1B sponsorship for counseling positions.
Match your degree field to the role description
USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field directly relates to the counseling role. A general psychology degree supporting a substance abuse counselor position may draw a Request for Evidence if the job posting doesn't require that specialization explicitly.
Request the prevailing wage tier before negotiating salary
Ask the employer which DOL prevailing wage level they're filing under using the OFLC Wage Search before you accept an offer. Level I wages are sometimes used for entry positions but can affect your ability to negotiate above the certified rate.
Confirm the employer is registered in E-Verify
Many healthcare and school district employers are required by state law or federal contract to use E-Verify. Confirming enrollment before you receive an offer prevents delays after your H-1B is approved and you're cleared to start.
Document supervised clinical hours for specialty occupation evidence
If your counseling role required post-degree supervised hours for licensure, compile those records before the petition is filed. Employers can use this documentation to strengthen the specialty occupation argument, especially for roles in clinical or school settings.
H-1B Visa Counselor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a counselor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as counseling, psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to qualify. The O*NET profile for counselors and the job description both factor into how USCIS evaluates the specialty occupation requirement.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for counselors?
Hospitals, university counseling centers, community mental health agencies, school districts, and employee assistance program providers are the most common H-1B sponsors for counselors. Nonprofit healthcare organizations are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without waiting for the annual lottery. You can browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate filtered specifically for counseling roles.
Can I work as a counselor on H-1B if I still need supervised hours for full licensure?
Yes, but the position must still meet specialty occupation requirements at the time of filing. Some employers sponsor H-1B holders working toward full licensure if the role title and duties require a specific degree. You'll need to document how your supervised practice role requires theoretical and practical application of your degree field, which USCIS uses to assess specialty occupation eligibility.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a different counseling specialty or employer?
Changing employers requires the new employer to file an H-1B transfer petition before you start, and changing to a materially different counseling specialization within the same employer may require an amended petition. The 60-day grace period after your last day of employment gives you time to secure a transfer, but you can't work during that window without an approved or pending petition from the new employer.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect counselor job seekers?
Most private-sector counseling employers are subject to the 85,000-slot annual cap and must enter the lottery in March for an October 1 start date. However, nonprofit hospitals, universities, and government-affiliated mental health agencies are cap-exempt and can file at any time. Targeting cap-exempt employers shortens your timeline considerably and removes lottery risk from your job search entirely.