Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Counsellor

Office of Student Affairs

(Post Ref.: 26/179)

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is responsible for the provision of desirable services for students of the University and enhancing their learning experience. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering whole-person development and a vibrant campus life of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological counselling for students, including those with special educational needs (SEN), individually or in groups
• Utilise accurate and appropriate assessment procedures for determining and structuring individual counselling plans
• Conduct qualified psychological assessments for students in need
• Design and organise activities (e.g. workshops and seminars) for students to facilitate their mental health and personal development
• Initiate and coordinate university-wide programmes for the promotion of students’ psychological, spiritual and physical wellness (e.g. vaccination and blood donation)
• Handle crises related to students’ psychological problems
• Accommodate students of various cultures and backgrounds (including the in-bound exchange students) to campus life, and offer psychological preparation programmes to them
• Offer professional guidance, support and training to students’ parents and to staff members in helping students
• Support the operation of the counselling team including supervising the Assistant Counsellors and colleagues responsible for SEN services
• Use available technological resources to enhance the University’s counselling service
• Act as secretary of the University committee(s) as and when necessary
• Work outside normal office hours and on weekends if necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Requirements

• A recognised degree or above in clinical psychology, educational psychology, counselling psychology or equivalent disciplines
• At least 10 years’ relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in tertiary institutions or public sector
• A sound knowledge about and well versed in managing students’ mental distress and facilitating their personal development
• A caring, empathic, optimistic and responsible disposition
• An excellent mastery of interpersonal communication, problem-solving skills, and teamwork relation
• A good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua)
• A high calibre to work under tight timelines with a positive attitude
• A holder of membership in the relevant professional society is an advantage

Candidates with less/more experience will be considered for appointment at a relevant rank.

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, and gratuity.

Application Procedure (online application only)

Please click “Apply Now” to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Lingnan University is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Moreover, the anti-discrimination laws in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (namely Sex Discrimination Ordinance, Disability Discrimination Ordinance, Family Status Discrimination Ordinance and Race Discrimination Ordinance) forbid discrimination and victimization in employment on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, family status, race and the like. It is unlawful to decide against a candidate on the aforesaid grounds.