Student Wellness Advisor (Cape Town Campus)

The South African College of Applied Psychology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The South African College of Applied Psychology is seeking a Student Wellness Advisor for its Cape Town campus. This role involves providing counselling and support to students, leading wellness initiatives, and collaborating with faculty to enhance the campus environment. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have experience in the field of Higher Education, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a degree in Counselling, Psychology or Coaching.
• Registered with HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor.
• 2 years full-time experience in Higher Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling to students in need of mental health support.
• Lead student wellness and mental health awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty to promote student well-being.

Skills

Counselling

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Counselling, Psychology or Coaching

Job description

Job title : Student Wellness Advisor (Cape Town Campus)

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : June 26, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide individual and / or group counselling (including crisis intervention / debriefing) to students in need of mental health support
• Acting as a point of contact for all student wellness support and development needs
• Take on a lead role in student wellness and mental health awareness campaigns and projects
• Responding to and resolving student queries within thestipulated time frames
• Involved in termly orientation per new cohort
• Develop and implement mental health outreach initiatives, including workshops, group sessions, and community events, to promote mental health and wellness among students
• Tracking and documenting national student wellness support and development metrics
• Study plans and career guidance
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to develop and implement policies and programs that support student well-being and promote a healthy campus environment. Identifying at-risk students and tracking retention
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all interactions with students, including progress notes and treatment plans
• Stay up-to-date on current research and best practices in mental health counselling and wellness promotion
• Utilising SACAP’s Student Management System to provide expert guidance to SACAP students
• May act as site coordinator to student counsellors completing their practicum / Work Integrated Learning hours

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :

• A minimum of a degree qualification in the discipline of Counselling, Psychology or Coaching; or at least 5-years’ of experience in a cognate field
• Registered with HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor
• Advanced computer literacy skills, including online systems.
• 2 years of full-time experience, preferably within the field of Higher Education.
• Highly developed relationship-building / interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills