Job Description
The American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Personal Counselor. This is a part-time position; however, request for full-time will be considered.
The fundamental responsibility of this position is to provide support, counseling and guidance to those students who are experiencing personal and psychological problems. The Personal Counselor identifies, diagnoses and provides support for students in need of counseling and refers students with severe psychological problems to mental health professionals in the area.
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Providing personal counseling and support
Referring students with severe psychological problems to psychiatrists and psychologists in the area.
Conducting workshops on counseling related issues for students and staff
Meet on a regular basis with and provide appropriate support to students with Special Needs
Job Requirements
Master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling
License from home country of study or with the CDA/DHA (County Development Authority)
Speaks Arabic
This position is suitable for those candidates already resident and under sponsorship in Dubai.
Job Specific Skills
Applicant should have experience with Special Needs students cases and providing the appropriate academic support.
Strong organizational and time and people management skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Attention to details
Knowledge and application of counseling methodologies, interventions and resources
Computer proficiency
Exceptional written and oral communications skills
Patience and the ability to work well under pressure
Excellent follow-up skills
Outstanding listening and interpersonal skills
Job Details
Company/Organization: American University in Dubai - AUD
Employment Type: Full-time Job
Job Functions: Consulting
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Application Deadline: N/A
Apply For this Job
Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to recruitment@aud.edu
Cover letter
Updated CV
Contact information of three (3) academic/professional references
NB: Mention job title “Personal Counselor” in mail subject
Alternatively, applicants can submit their application materials to the following postal address:
Angele El Khoury
Director of Human Resources
The American University in Dubai
P. O. Box 28282, Dubai, U.A.E.
