Locum University Counsellor – Evening & Crisis Support

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking a Locum Counsellor/Psychologist to join the University Counselling Services (UCS) at Kent Ridge Campus. The role provides professional counselling to the student body, including online and in-person sessions, with crisis management and case coordination during designated shifts or high-demand periods.

The Locum Counsellor will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team to support student wellbeing, maintain clinical records, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counselling or related field.
• At least eight years of professional counselling/psychological practice.
• Experience with crisis intervention and crisis assessments.
• Preferably clinical member and registered counsellor with SAC/SPS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional counselling services in person and online for NUS student population.
• Knowledgeable in counselling modalities, including risk and needs assessments and delivery of evidence-based intervention plans.
• Conduct case formulation, prepare assessment reports, present cases, and refer to relevant services.
• Escalate and co-manage at-risk and crisis cases with senior mental health practitioners.
• Document and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with UCS policies.
• Respond to and manage crisis situations with safety planning and follow-up.
• Advocate for student mental health needs and coordinate care across services.
• Maintain records meeting UCS and University governance requirements.

Skills

Counselling

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in counselling / counselling psychology / clinical psychology

Job description

National University of Singapore (NUS) is seeking a Locum Counsellor/Psychologist to join the University Counselling Services (UCS) at Kent Ridge Campus. The role provides professional counselling to the student body, including online and in-person sessions, with crisis management and case coordination during designated shifts or high-demand periods.

The Locum Counsellor will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team to support student wellbeing, maintain clinical records, and collaborate