Counselling
- Provide counselling services consistent with professional ethical standards to student community who are experiencing personal struggles.
- Liaise with relevant internal divisions (e.g. learning centre, Exams department, Psychology Clinic) and external stakeholders (e.g. IMH, Silver Ribbon, FSC) to support student
- Assist referral of student to relevant resources
- Conduct training and guidance to Wellness Buddy (student group under the supervision of counselling office)
- Conceptualise, prepare, and conduct wellness workshops and infographics promoting mental health
Progressions
- Manage and coordinate student progressions with various internal departments (Student Admin, Exams, Enrolments team)
- Guide students on procedures involving academic progression review
Accessibility Services
- Assess and provide recommendations for student requests for accessibility services
Others
- Ensure all activities accord with current JCU policies, procedures and practices
- Assist Manager (Counselling & Progressions) on other duties assigned
Academic Qualifications
- Minimum degree in counselling or equivalent. A Master’s Degree in counselling will be preferred
- Minimum 1-year clinical counselling experience
- Experienced in conducting risk assessment (e.g. suicide, family violence) and safety planning is preferred
- Clinical Membership to Singapore Association for Counselling will be applied for this position
Personal Characteristics
- Good communication skills, empathy and patience
- Demonstrates excellent organizational skills, well-organised with an eye for detail
- Student-oriented
- Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and in a diverse community
- Adaptable to changes and able to work both as a team and independently
Closing date: 30 April 2024
Monthly Remuneration: Up to SGD 4,500
JCUS Perks:
- Staff Discounts with selected merchants
- Sponsorship for Continuing Education/Workshops
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Up to 25 days Annual Leaves
Please apply via https://careers.jcu.edu.sg/cw/en/listing
We thank you for your interest and regret we are only able to notify shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right to invite applications, not to make an appointment or make an appointment at a lower job grade.
The Singapore campus of James Cook University (registered as James Cook University Pte Ltd in Singapore) is a wholly owned company of James Cook University Australia. The University offers Bachelor & Master Programs in Business, Psychology, Information Technology & Education at the Singapore campus of James Cook University.
