Student Wellness Advisor: Disability Support

SACAP; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

SACAP is seeking a Student Wellness Advisor for the Cape Town campus. The role provides counselling, disability support, and advocacy to promote student well-being and academic success.

You will assess student needs, develop individualised support plans, and coordinate faculty and staff to ensure an inclusive and accessible learning environment. This position liaises with the Disability Committee, Student Support Teams, and Academic units, reporting to the Student Wellness Manager and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counselling, Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in disability support services, counselling, or related field.
• HPCSA registration or related counselling certification is a plus.
• Experience in higher education setting preferred.
• Knowledge of mental health issues and resources.
• Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and advocacy to promote student well-being and academic success.
• Assess student needs and develop individualised support plans.
• Coordinate faculty and staff to ensure inclusive and accessible learning environments.
• Liaise with Disability Committee, Student Support Teams, Student Administration and Academic teams.
• Report to the Student Wellness Manager and collaborate with national student support teams.

Skills

Disability laws

Interpersonal skills

Individualised support plans

Organisational skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Assistive technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in counselling, Social Work, Psychology, Education

Tools

Assistive technologies

Job description

SACAP is seeking a Student Wellness Advisor for the Cape Town campus. The role provides counselling, disability support, and advocacy to promote student well-being and academic success.

You will assess student needs, develop individualised support plans, and coordinate faculty and staff to ensure an inclusive and accessible learning environment. This position liaises with the Disability Committee, Student Support Teams, and Academic units, reporting to the Student Wellness Manager and