DEPARTMENT OF DEAN OF STUDENTS

COUNSELOR    GRADE: 12N  POST: 1  REF: TUM/ADVERT/EXT/RECR/1/C /N/2024

Reporting to: Dean of Students

Professional Requirements

1. Must possess Master Degree in Counseling Psychology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
2. Must have at least three (3) years working experience as Senior Assistant Counselor at Grade 11N or position of comparable duties and responsibilities.
3. Must be registered with recognized professional body
4. Must be provide evidence of computer literacy

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Responsible for all counseling issues
2. Coordinate individual and/or group counseling of students on various issues
3. Participate in orientation of new students
4. Prepare and/or review general information booklets for students
5. Liaise with the wardens on matters concerning counseling and guidance of students
6. Coordinate family life counseling and education in conjunction with the university Health unit.
7. Liaise with the Deans of schools in counseling students with issues concerning academic matters
8. Organize counseling seminars/workshops for students and staf
9. Prepare and submit Performance Contract reports to relevant bodies
10. Carry out periodic on-campus analysis of alcohol drug and substance abuse and/or any other life-threatening issues
11. Monitor the performances of Peer Educators and Peer Counselors
12. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time

REMUNERATION

The following Public University Salaries and House Allowance Structures shall apply: