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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. Licensed Counselor & Instructor 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 consideratio