Student Counsellor

Africa International University is a chartered Christian university. It was started as Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (NEGST) in 1983 by the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA). The goal was to provide training for pastors beyond the basic certificate and diploma levels. This was informed by the envisioned crisis of ‘Christo-pagan…

Student Counsellor

Main Responsibilities

Counselling and Student Support

• Counsel students (and staff/faculty/University community as needed).

• Conduct assessments and develop intervention plans.

• Maintain confidential counselling records.

• Offer support and referrals for specialized mental health services.

• Recommend students/staff needing assistance.

• Establish and manage a peer counselling program.

Crisis Intervention and Mental Health Care

• Respond to crises (trauma, bereavement, abuse, self-harm, mental health emergencies).

• Conduct risk assessments and implement interventions.

• Collaborate with departments and external professionals for continuity of care.

Student Wellness and Prevention Programs

• Design and implement mental health awareness, wellness, and resilience programs.

• Conduct seminars, workshops, and life-skills training (stress management, relationships, anxiety, depression, healthy living).

• Promote positive mental health practices.

Academic and Career Support

• Assist with academic adjustment difficulties and personal barriers.

• Support development of coping strategies, decision-making skills, and personal growth plans.

• Collaborate with academic departments.

Referral and Case Management

• Establish and maintain referral networks (healthcare providers, psychologists, psychiatrists, hospitals, community agencies).

• Monitor and follow up on referred cases to ensure adequate support and progress.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with faculty, residence staff, chaplaincy, disability support, and other support units.

• Participate in multidisciplinary student welfare meetings.

• Provide consultation to staff on student wellbeing concerns.

Policy Compliance and Professional Practice

• Adhere to professional counselling ethics and confidentiality standards.

• Ensure compliance with university policies, legal requirements, and safeguarding regulations.