Student Counsellor, Student Life-AKU Provost

Experience and Qualifications

• At least 3 years of continuous experience in Counselling.
  
• At least a bachelors degree in counselling from a recognised Institution.
  
• Prior experience working with adolescents and young people in a higher education Institution is an added advantage.
  
• Basic knowledge in research.
  
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English.
  
• Must be registered as a Counsellor with a reputable body
  
• Certification in Basic Life Support will be an added advantage.
  
• Organized and can work under time constraints.
  
• Flexible in an environment of multiple tasks and changing priorities.
  
• Have good interpersonal relations.
  
• Have skills in handling students’ problems and welfare.
  
• Work successfully and independently in a team environment.
  
• Must have a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and dependability.
  
• Demonstrate respect and concern for students and other staff members.
  
• Communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms.
  

• Develop and implement counselling strategies for students at the university.
  
• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions to advise and assist students in academic development.
  
• Crisis Intervention - Respond promptly to mental health emergencies, including suicidal ideation, trauma, or acute psychological distress.
  
• Promote Mental Health Awareness - Organise workshops, awareness days, and campaigns to reduce stigma and promote mental wellness across campus.
  
• In consultation with the counselling and mental health department in the hospital and other contracted services, refer any cases for specialised services.
  
• Assist in compiling a record of useful information on guidance/counselling, and coordinate with other relevant offices to make it available to students.
  
• In consultation with the office of student experience, participate in organizing educational seminars and workshops for students in the field of guidance and counselling.
  
• Generate Monthly activity reports.
  
• Keep appropriate data and update stakeholders for the purposes of planning and evaluating student health care needs and services.