Student Wellbeing & Development Counselor

Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cyberjaya is seeking a dedicated Counselor to join the Student Experience and Support Department. You will provide professional counselling to support mental wellbeing, personal development, and academic success.

The role involves crisis intervention, developing wellbeing programmes, collaborating with academic staff, maintaining confidential records, and guiding students through personal and academic challenges to build resilience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling or a related field (e.g., Psychology, Guidance and Counseling).
• Registered Counselor with LKM and a valid Practising Certificate.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant counselling experience, preferably in higher education.
• Strong understanding of counselling theories, mental health interventions, and student development practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, counselling, and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional individual and group counselling to students facing personal, emotional, social, academic, or psychological challenges.
• Conduct student assessments, develop intervention plans, and monitor progress.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment, including referrals to external specialists or healthcare providers when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential counselling records in line with professional ethics and university policies.
• Support students in managing stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, relationships, academic pressures, and personal development.
• Develop and conduct mental health awareness programmes, workshops, campaigns, and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Counselling

Crisis intervention

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Facilitation

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or related field

Registered Counselor with LKM (Practising Certificate)

Job description

University of Cyberjaya is seeking a dedicated Counselor to join the Student Experience and Support Department. You will provide professional counselling to support mental wellbeing, personal development, and academic success.

The role involves crisis intervention, developing wellbeing programmes, collaborating with academic staff, maintaining confidential records, and guiding students through personal and academic challenges to build resilience.