Head (Counseling and Psychological Services) - Dean of Students’ Office at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Visionary Leadership, Strategic Planning, Administration, Mental Health Services, Counseling, Psychological Care, Crisis Prevention, Intervention Management, Consultation, Supervision, Emotional Support, Clinical Counseling, Management, Evidence-Based Practice, Professional Registration

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department: Dean of Students' Office Job Posting Details The Dean of Students Office (DSTO) supports HKUST students in their educational journey, helping them lead meaningful and fulfilling lives while contributing to the community. DSTO staff are expected to adopt an educator's mindset, addressing student needs and nurturing their personal goals within society and the global community. Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Head (Counseling and Psychological Services) provides visionary leadership and directs the strategic planning, administration, and effective delivery of mental health and counseling services for students. Committed to ensuring the availability of high-quality, evidence-based psychological care, this role emphasizes compassionate and professional service that meets both the developmental and counseling needs of the student body. The position fosters a campus culture of wellbeing, resilience, and inclusivity by promoting students' psychological growth, leading proactive crisis prevention, and managing direct interventions during critical incidents. Additionally, the Head serves as a consultant to faculty and staff on student mental health matters, supervises student counselors to uphold professional standards, and provides comprehensive emotional support for students. Candidates with over 15 years or more clinical counseling and management experience in the university setting, and a higher degree in counseling, psychology, or a related mental health discipline are invited to apply. Candidates should also satisfy the following: Professionally registered with a recognized Hong Kong counselling or psychotherapy body (e.g. the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association, the Hong Kong Institute of Clinical Psychologists, the Hong Kong Psychological Society), or other internationally well-recognized professional bodies. An approved supervisor in the field of counseling, psychotherapy, clinical psychology, or equivalent, accredited by local or internationally well-recognized professional bodies. No disciplinary processing/ actions were ever conducted by any professional registration bodies. Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua). (Duration: 2 years, renewable) Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract. Please apply on or before: 12 April 2026. (Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.) HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect. Founded in 1991, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a leading international research university dedicated to advancing science, engineering, business & management, and humanities & social sciences. We nurture the next generation of leaders through world-class undergraduate and postgraduate education, while driving impactful research that benefits society. HKUST comprises the Schools of Science, Engineering, Business & Management, and Humanities & Social Science, together with an Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies and multiple research centers. With English as the primary language for teaching, research, and administration, HKUST provides a dynamic and global learning environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and collaboration. At the heart of HKUST’s mission is our commitment to attracting and supporting top talent worldwide. We value diversity and inclusion, and are dedicated to building an inspiring community where students, faculty, and staff can excel and make a difference. 👉 Learn more: hkust.edu.hk/about Please direct your enquiries or comments to:- E-mail: careers@ust.hk

Responsibilities

The Head provides visionary leadership, directing the strategic planning, administration, and delivery of mental health and counseling services for students, emphasizing high-quality, evidence-based psychological care. This role also involves fostering campus wellbeing, leading crisis prevention, consulting with staff, and supervising counselors to uphold professional standards.