Counselor

Job description / Role

• Conducts group counseling sessions on topics designed to meet the needs of students (e.g. - study problems, adjustment, resolving conflict and classroom communication)
• Conducts individual counseling sessions for students upon request and maintains appropriate records
• Liaises with faculty and staff to assist them in working effectively with students and in identifying students whom may require counseling
• Designs and conducts student development workshops on relevant student-centered topics and identifies appropriate external speakers
• Maintains current knowledge of available community resources and referral processes; liaises with students' families and community agencies as appropriate
• Collaborates with Career Advisors or Work Placement staff to develop materials and resources for students' personal and professional development
• Assists students with special needs and medical conditions and advocates with supervisors and faculty as required
• Assist with student orientation sessions and participates in college programs related to student success (e.g. - peer tutoring programs, health and wellness activities, etc.)
• Responds to emergencies at the college and provides crisis intervention as required
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by engaging in professional development activities
• Contributes to the development of the organization by monitoring programs and identifying areas for improvement; by observing and implementing College and system-wide policies and procedures; and by participating in extra-curricular activities and community events
• Travels to attend meetings, workshops and conferences as required
• Develops an awareness of and respect for the customs and cultures
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Requirements

• A minimum 2 years of counseling experience, preferably in a college or university setting
• Previous experience in workshop development and delivery
• A high degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the workplace
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated competency to build strong relationships with students, faculty and college administration
• Highly developed organizational, analytical and problem solving skills are required
• The ability to work effectively as a team member in a multi-cultural environment
• A demonstrated willingness to engage in professional development activities in order to develop and improve new and current skills, and to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is essential

About the Company

Executive Solutions is a different breed of talent consultancy. Driven by a unique philosophy, we think differently and act differently from the pack. Were here to do one thing: to improve our clients businesses by finding, focusing and delivering the most talented people.

We dont just do traditional contingency recruitment. Discovering talent is much more than just matching a CV to a vacancy - its about understanding companys corporate culture and ensuring a comprehensive match. We believe that in order to find the right candidate we must understand the motivations and ambitions of senior management, which is reflected in our personal approach when partnering with a client.

Executive Solutions is your trusted talent solutions partner head quartered in Dubai, specialising in direct talent, tailored talent and HR talent solutions, along with Nationalisation initiatives throughout the Middle East. Driven by a unique philosophy, we incorporate innovative and comprehensive talent management solutions each tailored to suit what our clients need.