Assistant Counsellor, Office of Student Affairs

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Assistant Counsellor
Office of Student Affairs
(Post Ref.: 25/207)

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is responsible for the provision of desirable services for students of the University and enhancing their learning experience. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering whole-person development and a vibrant campus life for students.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological counselling for students, including those with special educational needs (SEN), individually or in groups
• Design and conduct activities (e.g. workshops and seminars) for students to facilitate their mental health and personal development
• Handle crises related to students' psychological problems
• Accommodate students of various cultures and backgrounds (including the in-bound exchange students) to campus life, and conduct psychological preparation programmes for them
• Offer professional guidance, support and training to the parents and staff members in helping students
• Initiate and coordinate University-wide programmes for the promotion of students' psychological and spiritual wellness
• Provide support for the operation of the counselling team including supervising clerical staff
• Utilise accurate and appropriate assessment procedures for determining and structuring individual counselling plan
• Use available technological resources to enhance the University's counselling service
• Act as the secretary of the University committee(s) as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s)
• Work outside normal office hours, including weekends, as required

Requirements

• A recognised degree or above in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or relevant disciplines
• At least six years of relevant working experience, preferably in the tertiary education sector or sizable organisations
• A sound knowledge and experience in managing students' mental distress and facilitating their personal development
• A caring, empathic and optimistic disposition
• An excellent mastery of interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
• A strong sense of self-motivation, responsibility and teamwork relation
• Able to work under tight timelines with a positive attitude
• A good command of written and verbal English and Chinese (including Putonghua)

Salary and Fringe Benefits
The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.

Application Procedure (online application only)
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We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.