Umma University is a Private Chartered University, located in a serene environment in Kajiado. The University invites suitably qualified, highly competent and self-driven candidates to fill the position of Counselor.

JOB PURPOSE

To be responsible for offering counseling services to support and guide students.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 years professional counseling experience preferably in an educational institution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To offer both one-on-one and group
• Develop counselling programs to assist in career and academic development
• Schedule clients consultations
• Maintaining records and writing reports
• Assist students process their problems and to plan goals & actions
• Facilitate drug and alcohol prevention programs
• Organize peer counselling program
• Carry out continuing personal and professional development to keep your knowledge and skills up to date
• Contribute in identifying behavioral and emotional patterns that may affect student’s mental health.
• Prepare summary of the student counselled during the
• Liaise with departmental HODs to improve learning
• Implementation of counselling ethics and Policy, Procedures and guidelines
• Evaluating students’ abilities and interests through assessments, tools
• Identifying issues that affect school performance, such as poor classroom attendance
• Appreciate diverse, cultural and societal differences in dealing with
• Contribute to the strategic development of the counseling initiatives in accordance with policies set out by the University

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Diploma Certificate degree in counseling psychology.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling or a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the Social Sciences with a Post-Graduate Diploma in counseling from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Certificate in counseling supervision
• Certificate in training of trainers (Counselors)
• Certificate in Trauma counseling and debriefing
• Member of a relevant professional body in Kenya

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Emotional Intelligence
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent Report writing and record keeping skills
• Excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Guidance and counseling skills.
• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Team building skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants are advised to send copies of their academic and professional certificates, certificate of good conduct and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant competence in the area of specialization. All application must be submitted to the address below on or before 31st July, 2023.

Applications, clearly marked “Application for the position of Counselor”, must be submitted on or before 31st July, 2023. via email to https://recruitment.umma.ac.ke and should be send to the below address.

Kindly quote the reference number indicated above.

Umma University is an equal opportunity employer. Women, marginalized groups and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.