Counsellor || Bindura University of Science Education

General scope of the Job

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Counsellor, will be expected to provide confidential counselling and support to a diverse range of students facing academic, personal, or social challenges. The successful candidate will also build trusting relationships with students and staff, actively listen to their concerns, and develop personalized strategies to help them navigate University life.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Clinical Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field;
• Registration and current practicing certificate with a relevant professional body (required);
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with young adults in a counselling or support setting.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and, when appropriate, group counselling sessions with students;
• Assess student needs and develop personalized support plans;
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals to appropriate resources;
• Collaborate with Faculties, Academic Advisors, and other support services to ensure a holistic approach to student well-being;
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of workshops and programs promoting student mental health and well-being.
  

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills;
• Strong cultural competency and ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds;
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice.
  

NB: Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Police clearance is mandatory for successful candidates.  

TO APPLY
Interested and qualified persons should send one set of their application merged in continuous pdf format to [email protected] consisting of the application letter, certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts, National ID, Birth Certificate and a Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, previous employment and experience, telephone number, present salary, date of availability, names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of at least three referees. Applications should clearly indicate the “Post” which is being applied for in the subject line and addressed to:
The Assistant Registrar- Human Resources
Bindura University of Science Education
P Bag 1020
BINDURA 

Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. The closing date for the receipt of applications is Monday, 2 December 2024.

For more information, phone (66210) 7531-2, 7622, 7623, 0772 154 882-9.

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