Organization: Krea University

Job Title: Counselor/Therapist

Location: Full-time position based out of Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. The counselor will have to
reside on the University campus

Remuneration: As per institution standard

Introduction:

Krea University is instituted by a team of global academicians and industrialists with a vision for
the 21st Century and beyond. Guided by a unique Interwoven Learning model, the programmes
encourage creativity, critical thinking, communication, contemplation, cross-disciplinary
approaches, real-world implementation, and the ability to negotiate unanswered questions. At
Krea University, students are guided by some of the best academic minds drawn from leading
universities around the world, a combination of path-breaking young scholars to highly
experienced experts. Krea University will shape a new generation of adaptable, resilient leaders,
giving them critical thinking skills and the ethical grounding needed to forge ahead.

Role and Responsibilities:

i Provide expert short-term counseling/psychological therapy to clients from the Krea

community, both individually and in groups, maintaining confidentiality
ii Provide professional clinical assessments and make appropriate decisions regarding the
potential course of action for students
iii Ensure adequate protocols are set up at the University level to address mental health
emergencies. Provide supervision and guidance to key stakeholders and offices for
addressing mental health emergencies on campus
iv Work and collaborate with the various Offices at Krea (Student Life, HR, Inclusive
Learning Support) to deliver training in the areas of mental health and wellbeing for
university staff, faculty and students during orientation week and induction sessions
aimed at raising awareness of the service and appropriate referral mechanisms.
v Work in compliance with all health and safety policies, procedures and guidelines and the
Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions code.
vi Work to ensure the availability of relevant and accessible information on a range of
student wellbeing issues and host workshops/talks and campaigns to create a culture of
well-being on campus

Note: The roles and responsibilities outlined above are not meant to be an exhaustive list of
tasks. The need for flexibility is required and the job holder is expected to carry out any other
related duties that are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
Skills and Education

i At least a Masters degree in psychology, social work, counseling psychology, clinical

psychology, or related fields. An M.Phil in the field of psychology will be an
advantage
ii 2-3 years of experience working with young people using counseling methods and at
least 2 years of experience working under clinical supervision. Must be queer-
affirmative and have a deep consciousness of caste, class, religion, gender and
disability intersections.
iii Evidence of mental health training or qualifications. Demonstrable skills and
experience in relation to conducting clinical assessments, including the management
of risk
iv Should be comfortable with communicating in English language. Knowledge of
languages such as Tamil/Telugu will be an additional advantage but not essential
v Ability to work within safeguarding procedures
vi Good IT skills, sufficient for producing reports/presentations, and for monitoring
purposes. Ability to professionally operate meetings via digital platforms
vii Should be willing to reside on campus

Diversity

Krea University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes
applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Interested candidates please mail us vidhya.munuswamy@krea.edu.in and

learningsupport@krea.edu.in with a CV and Cover letter.