Counsellor / Social Worker (at the rank of Senior Research Assistant)

Hong Kong University

Counsellor / Social Worker (at the rank of Senior Research Assistant)

Hong Kong

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Counsellor / Social Worker (at the rank of Senior Research Assistant)

The University of Hong Kong

Apply now Ref.: 523106 Work type: Full-time Department: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (30002) Categories: Research Staff Hong Kong

Counsellor / Social Worker (at the rank of Senior Research Assistant) in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention within the Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.: 523106)

We now invite applications for the captioned post to assist in Jockey Club Online Youth Emotional Support “Open Up” project which is funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.

Duties and Responsibilities

Work closely with the research team for evaluation of a good and ethical practice model for the service platform

Develop guidelines related to the chat service and prepare evaluation report

Liaise with service operation team to ensure quality and knowledge transfer

Review and conduct annotation of chat conversations

Conduct training workshops and prepare training materials

Provide support for project application and implementation

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Have a recognized Master's degree in social work or counselling

Be a Registered Social Worker or a member of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association

Have at least 3 years of research experience; or relevant experience in case and group work for social service organization or school setting in Hong Kong

Possess good coordination, communication and interpersonal skills

Able to work independently and as a team

Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese

Work experience in mental health projects in Hong Kong would be an advantage

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 3, 2023 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised: Sep 18, 2023 (HK Time) Applications close: Oct 3, 2023 (HK Time)

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