Student Counsellor

About UOWD

Established in ‎1951 and ranked in the top ‎1% of universities worldwide,
Australia's University of Wollongong is a global brand with international
campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.
University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over ‎40 internationally
recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning ‎10 in-demand industry sectors.
All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education's
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai's Knowledge
and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading
professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers
Australia, PMI, and others.
The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are
the education gateway of choice for over ‎3,500 students, representing ‎100+
nationalities. Our global community of ‎152,000 alumni are pursuing career
goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB,
Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico.
Additionally, research reveals that ‎83% of fresh graduates are employed
within six months of graduation.
Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through
teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its
heart. Our ‎200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access
to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning
spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an
enriched learning experience for our students.
* QS World University Rankings ‎2023
*Data from the Graduate Destination Survey ‎2017 to ‎2020 About the Department

Student Services provide programs, services, and resources that enhance
student life outside of the classroom, promote student engagement and success,
and foster a sense of belonging and community on campus.
The role of Student Counsellor is a key service position at UOWD. It is
crucial in ensuring that UOWD students are appropriately supported as they
progress through their studies at the University. The Student Counsellor
provides confidential, free and culturally appropriate counselling services,
in accordance with professional standards and practices, and supports students
of determination by providing advice and direction to ensure they reach their
academic potential.
The Student Counsellor plays a crucial role in supporting UOWD students as
they progress through their studies, contributing to a holistic approach to
student wellbeing.
Requirements & Responsibilities

Requirements
* A working knowledge of different theories of counselling practice.
* An easy, outgoing attitude with students
* A high level of both written and oral English skills.
* Effective communicator & team player
* Sense of humour and ability to use common sense.
* Patience, persistence and integrity.
* Show an ongoing, original/flexible approach to work tasks, and environment.
* Actively participate in promoting a culture of mental health awareness and support on campus, including through workshops, resource fairs, and outreach initiatives.
Key responsibilities;
* Provision of counselling services for students
* Management of personal development skills for students
* Development and enhancement of support services for students
* Day to day coordination of counselling services
* Communication and information development
Qualifications & Experience

Essential :
* A relevant tertiary qualification in counselling, preferably at the postgraduate level, together with related and appropriate practical clinical/community experience
* Certification in administering personality assessment tools such as personality dimensions, MBTI, PTI/PTE or MMPI.
* Experience in a variety of counselling techniques, including working with groups or team counselling.
* Experience in working with persons of different cultures, religions and sexual orientation.
* Experience in delivering workshops and seminars on personal development topics.
* Experience in working with young adults
Desirable :
* Education sector experience