Licensed Counselor & Instructor

About UHP

UHP - Unlock Human Potential is building a new category of education centered around whole-human experiential vocational training, leadership development, and purpose-driven transformation. UHP serves veterans, transitioning service members, and purpose-driven individuals through immersive programs that integrate human performance, leadership, wellness, vocational skills, and personal growth.

Our environment is fast-moving, mission-driven, and deeply experiential. We are not a traditional university, gym, military program, or trade school - we are building a scalable human development institution designed for the future workforce.

The Opportunity

The Licensed Counselor & Instructor plays a critical role in delivering the UHP experience by supporting the emotional development, psychological safety, and performance readiness of our students.

This is a hybrid role that blends student support, group facilitation, and instructional leadership. It is not a traditional therapy role-instead, it focuses on creating a psychologically safe learning environment, providing brief supportive interventions, and equipping students with tools for emotional regulation, resilience, and growth.

You will work directly with student cohorts-primarily veterans in transition-while collaborating with instructors, coaches, and leadership to ensure a structured, high-performance learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support & Psychological Safety

• Provide brief one-on-one check-ins and emotional support within the learning environment

• Help students regulate stress, navigate challenges, and stay engaged in the program

• Assess emotional intensity and respond appropriately within scope (non-clinical setting)

• Identify when external care is needed and coordinate referrals

• Support conflict resolution and group dynamics

• Participate in daily team syncs, student reviews, and After Action Reviews (AARs)

Instruction & Facilitation

• Teach or co-teach modules on:

  • Emotional regulation

  • Stress management

  • Communication and empathy

  • Values-based decision-making

  • Mental performance foundations

• Lead experiential, hands-on learning sessions (not lecture-based)

• Model professionalism, presence, and psychological safety in the classroom

• Contribute to curriculum development and refinement

Faculty & Staff Collaboration

• Align daily with instructors and staff on student needs and progress

• Support faculty in maintaining a structured and psychologically safe environment

• Contribute to post-module debriefs and continuous program improvement

Program Integration & Culture

• Develop tools and resources that support emotional development

• Contribute across UHP programs (IHC, CPT, CNC, leadership tracks)

• Support community-building and campus culture initiatives

• Participate in AARs to improve program delivery and outcomes

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Licensed mental health professional (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist, PMHNP, or equivalent)

• 3-5+ years post-licensure experience (ideally with veterans or high-stress populations)

• Experience teaching, facilitating, or working with adult learners

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong foundation in trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches (ACT, MI, mindfulness, NVC, CFT, IFS, etc.)

• Ability to operate within clear boundaries between coaching, education, and clinical care

• High emotional intelligence with strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Comfortable navigating group dynamics and high-intensity environments

• Ability to build trust quickly with diverse populations

• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with military, veteran, or tactical populations

• Familiarity with reintegration challenges, sleep, or substance-use considerations

• Background in performance psychology, coaching, or group facilitation

• National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), or willingness to obtain

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package

• 401(k)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development support

• Access to UHP performance and recovery facilities

Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why UHP

At UHP, you are joining more than a company - you are helping build something designed to create lasting impact.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a mission larger than yourself

• Help shape and build new systems and programs

• Work alongside passionate and purpose-driven people

• Directly impact the lives of veterans and future generations

• Be part of building the future workforce