Umma University is an established university in Kenya accredited by the Commission for University Education. The University has two campuses; Thika and Kajiado. Umma University offers courses in Computer Science, Nursing (Direct Entry and Upgrading), Business Management, Information and Communication Technology, Islamic Sharia, Islamic Banking & Finance and Islamic Studies.

UNIVERSITY COUNSELOR       REF: VA/UU/005/12/2023

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.

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

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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
• 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.

WORK EXPERIENCE

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