Senior Counsellor - Student Wellness & Mental Health

XMU; Sepang; Remote; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

XMU in Sepang, Malaysia, invites applications for a Senior Counsellor/Counsellor in the Student Affairs Office. This role provides counselling services to students and supports their mental health and overall well-being.

You will conduct individual and group sessions, develop mental health education, and lead crisis intervention when needed. The position is full-time and permanent, based on campus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling or a related field.
• Must be a Registered or Licensed Counsellor with Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a passion for student development.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to work outside of regular office hours when required, especially during emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions to support students' mental health and overall well-being.
• Maintain a confidential, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for students seeking help.
• Assess student concerns and offer appropriate emotional support and guidance.
• Keep accurate, up-to-date, and confidential case notes in accordance with professional standards.
• Provide relevant information and resources tailored to individual student needs.
• Refer students to appropriate internal or external services when necessary.
• Design and conduct workshops, seminars, and psychoeducational programs to promote mental health awareness and resilience among students.
• Support students in building life skills, stress management, and emotional coping strategies.
• Identify at-risk students and intervene appropriately.
• Assist in crisis intervention and emergency response efforts in collaboration with relevant university departments.
• Address and respond to student issues through consultation, follow-up, and provision of relevant support resources.
• Contribute to a campus-wide culture of mental health awareness through outreach initiatives and campaigns.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Empathy

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling

Job description

XMU in Sepang, Malaysia, invites applications for a Senior Counsellor/Counsellor in the Student Affairs Office. This role provides counselling services to students and supports their mental health and overall well-being.

You will conduct individual and group sessions, develop mental health education, and lead crisis intervention when needed. The position is full-time and permanent, based on campus.