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UOWD9968 - Student Counsellor (Part Time)
Business Unit: Administration Job Family: Student Services Department: Student Services Contract Type: Limited Contract Full Time Location: Dubai 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 2024 *Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021
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 and contributing to a holistic approach to student wellbeing. The Student Counsellor provides confidential, free and culturally appropriate counselling services, in accordance with professional standards and practices.
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
Day to day coordination of counselling services along with the full time student counsellor
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
Experience in a variety of counselling techniques, including working with groups or team counselling.
Experience in working with persons of different cultures.
Experience in delivering workshops and seminars on personal development topics.
Experience in working with young adults
Desirable:
Education sector experience
Compensation & Benefits: The successful candidate will enjoy interaction with a professional and dynamic team of highly respected educators from over 30 different countries and exposure to students from over 105 nationalities.
This is a part time role - 30 hours/week during term time only. The university operates on a trimester model with 11 teaching weeks per trimester.
Applicants must have their own UAE residence visa and be able to provide a NOC from the sponsor.
The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as access to Library resources that meets international standards.
UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.
Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV
2. Passport-size photograph
3. Cover letter
