Student Counselor - Higher Ed Well-Being & Development

Entrepreneurship Center by UofCanada; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Entrepreneurship Center by UofCanada is seeking a dedicated Student Counselor to provide comprehensive counseling to students, focusing on academic, personal, social, and career development.

The role sits within the Student Development department in New Capital, and involves conducting counseling, coordinating referrals, and developing outreach initiatives to support student well‑being. Requires a Master’s degree and substantial experience in higher education counseling.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• BA/BSc in Psychology.
• 3–5 years’ experience in academic institutions for a part‑time role.
• Experience in providing counseling services to students in higher education is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of student development theory and counseling techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct counseling sessions for students.
• Consult with faculty, staff, and parents regarding student concerns and make referrals to appropriate resources, both on and off-campus.
• Develop and implement outreach programs and workshops to promote student well‑being and prevent mental health issues.
• Conduct assessments to identify student needs and evaluate the effectiveness of counseling interventions.
• Create annual reports.
• Overshadowing and supervising junior psychologists.
• Plan the annual calendar.
• Overshadowing and planning workshops and events.
• Conduct workshops for students, faculty, and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Counseling techniques

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field

BA/BSc in Psychology

Job description

Entrepreneurship Center by UofCanada is seeking a dedicated Student Counselor to provide comprehensive counseling to students, focusing on academic, personal, social, and career development.

The role sits within the Student Development department in New Capital, and involves conducting counseling, coordinating referrals, and developing outreach initiatives to support student well‑being. Requires a Master’s degree and substantial experience in higher education counseling.