Student Counsellor: Dean of Students Office - 2 Posts at Daystar University

Purpose of the Job:

Planning, carrying out, and monitoring counseling services to students on academics, physical, spiritual, psychological, social development, and welfare in line with the students' code of conduct and the institution’s mission, vision, and core values.

Requirements: 

• Christian commitment and practice. 
• Master’s degree in counseling psychology or related discipline from an accredited University. 
• At least three (3) years’ experience in counseling in a similar or equivalent organization.
• Membership in relevant professional bodies.   

Responsibilities: 

• Carrying out individual and group counseling services for improved student psychological health.
• Identifying and training peer counselors for role modeling. 
• Counseling students on matters related to the code of conduct for behavior change.
• Making referrals for further counseling and/or appropriate action.
• Organizing counseling and leadership seminars for knowledge and capacity building.
• Debriefing team leader.
• Implementing best practices in psychology and counseling.
• Planning, Coordinating, and monitoring the implementation of the section strategy, including policies, processes, and procedures to achieve the institution's objectives. 
• Responsible for talent management in the department including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training, and evaluating staff to achieve the highest levels of performance. 
• Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.
• Ensuring consistent, and appropriate Christian behaviour both internal and external in line with the institution's Strategy.