Psychological Counsellor for Student Support

**Your Responsibilities**:
We are looking for a new colleague to join our Team in Potsdam on a full-time basis /40 hour a week starting as soon as possible.

**The opportunity**:
This role offers a unique opportunity to be a key member of a caring academic team. The Psychological Counsellor will design and implement mental health programs and support student success and well-being by offering individual support. Ideal for someone passionate about impacting students' lives, fostering an inclusive campus culture, and developing their career in a supportive environment.

The purpose of this position is to create a supportive, inclusive campus by enhancing students' mental health, well-being, and academic success. The Psychological Counsellor will provide counseling, therapy, crisis intervention, and workshops, while collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure students have the resources to thrive.

**Key Activities & Responsibilities**:

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Individual Support**:Provide confidential individual counselling to students facing a range of emotional, psychological, and behavioral issues
- ** Crisis Intervention**: Offer immediate support and intervention for our students during mental health crises. Develop and implement crisis management plans in coordination with other university departments and local resources
- ** Outreach and Education**: Develop and present workshops, seminars, and training programs on mental health topics to students, faculty, and staff. Create and distribute educational materials to promote mental health awareness and resources available on campus
- ** Consultation and Collaboration**: Consult with faculty, staff, and administration regarding student mental health concerns and best practices for supporting students. Collaborate with campus organizations, health services, and community resources to enhance the overall mental health support system for students
- ** Workshop Development**:Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative mental health programs and services at our university in collaboration with the Student Success Center

**Your profile**:
**Qualifications**:

- Master of Psychology with a specialization in clinical counselling or professional experience; Master in Pedagogy with a specialization with young adults; or Master in Clinical Social Work or other related fields.
- Entry-Level job
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of practice.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Experience with diverse student populations, including international students, students of colour, LGBTQ+ students, and students with disabilities.
- Familiarity with telehealth services and digital mental health platforms.
- Ability to develop and lead psychoeducational programs and workshops.

**Why us?**:

- Opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international environment
- 30 days of vacation
- After successfully passing the probationary period, we offer subsidies for employees’ well-being through our health budget with preventive and aftercare services
- Various online language courses and opportunities to participate in online collaboration courses
- Numerous campus events from the fields of art, culture, business and science
- Opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concept

**About us**:
GUS Germany GmbH (GGG) is an innovative and dynamic network of world-class higher education institutions that is committed to empowering students with the knowledge and skills they need to make a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to foster visionary leaders who can drive meaningful change for society.

With a strong presence in Germany, Europe, and beyond, GGG is made up of several well-known brands, including UE (University of Europe for Applied Sciences), BSBI (Berlin School of Innovation & Business), htk design academy, and GISMA University for Applied Sciences. Our thriving student body of over 10,000 learners across our institutions benefits from a wide range of academic disciplines, such as business, technology, data science, engineering, sports, and fine arts.

As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network, which comprises over 48 universities across Europe, the USA, Australia, Asia, and South America, with over 87,000 students, we are dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences to our students.