About the Job:

• We are looking for a seasoned and committed  Wellbeing Consultant. This role will provide a robust support system to offer real-time counselling and well-being support services and advice to all staff.
• You will serve as a support partner to the Wellbeing Lead and report directly to this role.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist and support provision of a safe outlet and relief to staff through counselling in order to enhance their productivity.
• Provision of resilience counselling, support to staff, planning and facilitating group counseling processes.
• Psychologically empower staff in an effort to manage stress and burnout.
• Assist in the provision of continuous psychological assessments and identify areas of support required.
• Supporting the Wellbeing lead and the training team to develop curriculum for personal development and wellness programs.
• Assist to identify any trends from counseling sessions and advise the Well Being Lead on strategy
• Supporting the Wellbeing Lead to schedule and plan for  counseling and wellbeing sessions and develop periodic reports.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure that all work with clients is confidential and that ethical practices are observed at all times
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Psychology, Counseling or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in providing trauma and workplace counselling.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to maintain neutrality, impartiality and confidentiality in all aspects of work undertaken.
• Good report writing and observational skills.
• Ability to handle issues with empathy .
• Excellent skills in organization, attention to detail and time management (including the ability to meet deadlines)
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and needs and willingness to work across different shifts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters in Psychology, Counselling or a related field
• Member of recognized accredited body for counselors in Uganda.