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Wisconsin's mental health sector is expanding steadily, with health systems like UW Health, Froedtert, and Advocate Aurora leading hiring across Madison, Milwaukee, and Green Bay. International candidates with clinical licensure or counseling credentials will find visa sponsorship opportunities at hospitals, community mental health centers, and federally qualified health centers across the state.
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Get Access To All JobsMEMBER POSITION TITLE: Mental Health Coalition Assistant - AmeriCorps Position
PROGRAM: United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Road, Menasha, WI 54952.
SITE LOCATION: N.E.W. Mental Health Connection, 1095 Midway Rd. Menasha, WI 54952
Overview: The Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Mental Health Connection (The Connection) is seeking an assistant who is passionate about systemically improving mental health for everyone in the Tri-County (Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago Counties) through collective impact.
The Connection focuses on mental health issues that are too big for any one organization to solve on their own. We do not provide any direct services, but are instead professionally facing. Our role as the backbone organization is to communicate with our members, stakeholders and partners about cutting edge systems change opportunities and hold the “common agenda”. We incubate innovative ideas and facilitate collaboration of mission aligned stakeholders to bring ideas into reality. We lift up mutually reinforcing activities that are moving the needle on community mental health. In essence, we provide the 30,000 foot view of assets, gaps and barriers impacting mental health.
The ideal candidate will have strong verbal and writing skills; ability to work independently; graphic design (Canva) and communications experience; ability to update website content and social media marketing as well as project coordination. The ideal candidate will also have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
This position is in partnership with the United Way Fox Cities AmeriCorps Program. To learn more about AmeriCorps, please visit https://americorps.gov/.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing virtual and in-person member meetings, CEU and CME trainings, and events. This includes helping plan, ordering/organizing supplies; drafting/sending confirmation and instructions to participants; coordinating Zoom/Teams logistics and technical support
- Drafting, editing and updating monthly e-newsletters
- Creation of an online decision tree to help folks navigate mental health treatment options
- Create, implement and distribute awareness campaigns regarding stigma reduction, help seeking and resource awareness
- Design a campaign to engage expand membership-employers, mental health providers
- Help develop social media plan and messaging
- Participate in collaborative strategic planning
- Update website content including data entry for supplemental mental health service providers, member meetings; help develop the content for the member portal including CEU and CME opportunities for member organizations
- Assist with coordinating data and small groups related to the Tri-County Community Health Improvement Plan.
- Attend and participate in AmeriCorps program training on a variety of topics, including program orientation all-member team training and networking opportunities, community service projects, etc. These trainings occur through a combination virtual and in-person.
- Complete AmeriCorps paperwork, such as monthly reports and feedback surveys.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- The ideal candidate will hold an Associates or Bachelor's degree in Health and Human Services or Marketing related field or related background and experience based on host site need. Upper-level undergraduates with related experience are encouraged to apply.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively handle multiple projects on various timelines
- Commitment to open and direct communication, organizational change, and creating a positive work environment
- An inclusive mentality that recognizes and celebrates diversity
- Ability to think strategically about turning outcomes into impact
- Strong conceptual, networking, troubleshooting, and interpersonal skill
- Be 18 years or older at the beginning of their service.
- At minimum, hold a high school diploma or equivalent. The ideal candidate will hold an associate or bachelor’s degree in health and human services or public health degree or related background and experience. Upper-level undergraduates with related experience are encouraged to apply.
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful permanent resident alien of the U.S.
- Provide information and complete, and pass a criminal history check
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Member Term of Service: The Member’s service term will start after 11/15/2026 and end on 8/31/2027. There’s flexibility with the position start date, however the time requirements and living allowance conditions will change.
- Time Requirements: Part-time positions:
- Members are expected to serve 1,200 hours, which averages 28-35 hours/week during the service period.
- Members are expected to serve 900 hours, which averages 22-35 hours/week during the service period.
- This position will be in-person with the potential to be hybrid. Members will serve hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Members will receive a gross living allowance while serving, which is paid on the 15th and last day of each month. Please note there will not be an additional hourly wage or salary beyond living allowance.
- Part-time members:
- 1,200 hours part-time members will receive $720.59 per pay period (the amount listed is before tax deductions).
- 900 hours part-time members will receive $510.42 per pay period (the amount listed is before tax deductions).
- Segal Education Award upon successful completion of hourly requirement described in Time Requirements: The Education Award amount for the available position options:
- 1,200 hours part-time position is $5,176.50.
- 900 hours part-time position is $3,697.50.
- Please note, this education award is an electronic transfer to either your educational institution or federal loan provider. Members will not receive the education award via direct payment (such as check or cash).
- Member positions that average 35-40 hours/week are eligible for health insurance and childcare reimbursement (income eligibility required for childcare reimbursement benefit).
- Forbearance on qualified student loans while serving and interest accrual payments.
APPLICATION DUE DATE: Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please apply online or submit resume and cover letter to Sarah Bassing-Sutton at sarah@newmentalhealthconnection.org
Required degree level
- Associate Degree
Years of experience
- No work experience required
Salary range
- $1,020 - $1,440 per month
Skills and Competencies
- Brand Steward
- Collaborator
- Digital Marketing
- Effective and Engaging Communication
MEMBER POSITION TITLE: Mental Health Coalition Assistant - AmeriCorps Position
PROGRAM: United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Road, Menasha, WI 54952.
SITE LOCATION: N.E.W. Mental Health Connection, 1095 Midway Rd. Menasha, WI 54952
Overview: The Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Mental Health Connection (The Connection) is seeking an assistant who is passionate about systemically improving mental health for everyone in the Tri-County (Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago Counties) through collective impact.
The Connection focuses on mental health issues that are too big for any one organization to solve on their own. We do not provide any direct services, but are instead professionally facing. Our role as the backbone organization is to communicate with our members, stakeholders and partners about cutting edge systems change opportunities and hold the “common agenda”. We incubate innovative ideas and facilitate collaboration of mission aligned stakeholders to bring ideas into reality. We lift up mutually reinforcing activities that are moving the needle on community mental health. In essence, we provide the 30,000 foot view of assets, gaps and barriers impacting mental health.
The ideal candidate will have strong verbal and writing skills; ability to work independently; graphic design (Canva) and communications experience; ability to update website content and social media marketing as well as project coordination. The ideal candidate will also have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
This position is in partnership with the United Way Fox Cities AmeriCorps Program. To learn more about AmeriCorps, please visit https://americorps.gov/.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing virtual and in-person member meetings, CEU and CME trainings, and events. This includes helping plan, ordering/organizing supplies; drafting/sending confirmation and instructions to participants; coordinating Zoom/Teams logistics and technical support
- Drafting, editing and updating monthly e-newsletters
- Creation of an online decision tree to help folks navigate mental health treatment options
- Create, implement and distribute awareness campaigns regarding stigma reduction, help seeking and resource awareness
- Design a campaign to engage expand membership-employers, mental health providers
- Help develop social media plan and messaging
- Participate in collaborative strategic planning
- Update website content including data entry for supplemental mental health service providers, member meetings; help develop the content for the member portal including CEU and CME opportunities for member organizations
- Assist with coordinating data and small groups related to the Tri-County Community Health Improvement Plan.
- Attend and participate in AmeriCorps program training on a variety of topics, including program orientation all-member team training and networking opportunities, community service projects, etc. These trainings occur through a combination virtual and in-person.
- Complete AmeriCorps paperwork, such as monthly reports and feedback surveys.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- The ideal candidate will hold an Associates or Bachelor's degree in Health and Human Services or Marketing related field or related background and experience based on host site need. Upper-level undergraduates with related experience are encouraged to apply.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively handle multiple projects on various timelines
- Commitment to open and direct communication, organizational change, and creating a positive work environment
- An inclusive mentality that recognizes and celebrates diversity
- Ability to think strategically about turning outcomes into impact
- Strong conceptual, networking, troubleshooting, and interpersonal skill
- Be 18 years or older at the beginning of their service.
- At minimum, hold a high school diploma or equivalent. The ideal candidate will hold an associate or bachelor’s degree in health and human services or public health degree or related background and experience. Upper-level undergraduates with related experience are encouraged to apply.
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or Lawful permanent resident alien of the U.S.
- Provide information and complete, and pass a criminal history check
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Member Term of Service: The Member’s service term will start after 11/15/2026 and end on 8/31/2027. There’s flexibility with the position start date, however the time requirements and living allowance conditions will change.
- Time Requirements: Part-time positions:
- Members are expected to serve 1,200 hours, which averages 28-35 hours/week during the service period.
- Members are expected to serve 900 hours, which averages 22-35 hours/week during the service period.
- This position will be in-person with the potential to be hybrid. Members will serve hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Members will receive a gross living allowance while serving, which is paid on the 15th and last day of each month. Please note there will not be an additional hourly wage or salary beyond living allowance.
- Part-time members:
- 1,200 hours part-time members will receive $720.59 per pay period (the amount listed is before tax deductions).
- 900 hours part-time members will receive $510.42 per pay period (the amount listed is before tax deductions).
- Segal Education Award upon successful completion of hourly requirement described in Time Requirements: The Education Award amount for the available position options:
- 1,200 hours part-time position is $5,176.50.
- 900 hours part-time position is $3,697.50.
- Please note, this education award is an electronic transfer to either your educational institution or federal loan provider. Members will not receive the education award via direct payment (such as check or cash).
- Member positions that average 35-40 hours/week are eligible for health insurance and childcare reimbursement (income eligibility required for childcare reimbursement benefit).
- Forbearance on qualified student loans while serving and interest accrual payments.
APPLICATION DUE DATE: Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please apply online or submit resume and cover letter to Sarah Bassing-Sutton at sarah@newmentalhealthconnection.org
Required degree level
- Associate Degree
Years of experience
- No work experience required
Salary range
- $1,020 - $1,440 per month
Skills and Competencies
- Brand Steward
- Collaborator
- Digital Marketing
- Effective and Engaging Communication
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Search Mental Health Jobs in WisconsinMental Health Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for mental health professionals in Wisconsin?
The most active sponsors in Wisconsin include UW Health, Froedtert Health, Advocate Aurora Health, Rogers Behavioral Health, and community mental health organizations such as Journey Mental Health Center in Madison. Federally Qualified Health Centers throughout rural Wisconsin also sponsor international mental health clinicians, particularly for underserved areas where recruitment is competitive.
Which visa types are most common for mental health roles in Wisconsin?
The H-1B visa is the primary visa for licensed mental health professionals in Wisconsin, including psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors, as these roles typically meet the specialty occupation requirement. The J-1 visa is also used for clinical training placements. Some employers, particularly nonprofits and academic medical centers, qualify as cap-exempt H-1B visa sponsors, which avoids the annual lottery.
Which cities in Wisconsin have the most mental health sponsorship jobs?
Madison and Milwaukee account for the majority of mental health sponsorship opportunities in Wisconsin. Madison's concentration of UW Health facilities and the University of Wisconsin system drives consistent demand. Milwaukee is home to Froedtert, Rogers Behavioral Health, and Advocate Aurora. Green Bay and Appleton are growing markets, and rural areas often offer sponsorship through community health programs targeting workforce shortages.
How to find mental health visa sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship and lets you filter mental health roles by state, so you can browse Wisconsin openings from employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor. This is more efficient than sifting through general job boards where sponsorship status is rarely clear. Creating a profile also helps you track which Wisconsin employers have active listings in your clinical specialty.
Are there state-specific considerations for mental health professionals seeking sponsorship in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin requires independent licensure for clinical practice, so international candidates should verify their credentials are eligible for Wisconsin state licensure before accepting a sponsored offer. The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services handles licensure for psychologists, counselors, and social workers. UW-Madison's training pipeline also means some positions are structured around clinical training with immigration implications worth clarifying with an attorney.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mental health jobs in Wisconsin?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.