Head of Counseling Services/Counselor (f/m/d)

For over 40 years, Webster Vienna Private University (WVPU) has provided its students with an internationally competitive, American-style liberal arts education in the heart of Europe. As part of a global network of campuses based in St. Louis, USA, WVPU offers a student-centered education within the framework of a European research university. We offer accredited programs in our Business and Management, International Relations, Media Communications, and Psychology Departments. We are expanding our team and would like to fill a position in the psychology department with immediate effect. We are looking for a committed and experienced person who enjoys working with students and helps shape the expansion of the psychology department.

Head of Counseling Services/Counselor (f/m/d)

Part-time (20 hours/week) Starting date: September 2024

The Head of Counseling Services, 'University Counselor' provides counseling services, oversees all graduate internships and counseling and leads the expansion of the counseling services and hence the growth of the program.

Working closely together with faculty teaching in the graduate program on Psychology with an Emphasis in Counseling Psychology, the position holder is tasked to maintain the highest quality of counseling services, expand internship opportunities, oversee official processes for licensure in Austria (Propädeutikum) and develop further services with the goals of strengthening and expanding the university's academic program

Your main tasks:

• Supervise the university's counseling services
• Manage, coordinate and supervise Counseling Internships for students of the graduate program MA in Psychology with an Emphasis in Counseling Psychology including:
• Maintaining a wide network of internship providers relevant to WVPU students
• Approving internships and regularly assessing student performance
• Coordinate and supervise the 'Propädeutikum' process including the reporting to the Austrian Federal Ministry for Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection
• Coordinate and supervise the university's Learning Services
• Provide counseling related workshops for students and employees and teach in the degree program
• Develop the expansion of the counseling services to external stakeholders

Your profile:

• Completed studies in psychology (Master equivalent)
• Completed training as a psychotherapist; registration in the BMG (Austrian Federal Ministry for Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection) list
• Relevant work experience for the position, including supervising small study groups
• Business acumen for expansion of counseling services
• Good contacts to relevant stakeholders in order to further expand the cooperation network
• In addition to German, excellent knowledge of English (working language is English)

Your application:

When applying, please provide the following documents:

• All required diplomas as indicated above
• A cover letter addressing your experience relative to the responsibilities, including a statement describing your commitment to diversity and contribution to an inclusive professional environment - 1 page and
• A detailed curriculum vitae

Applications are to be submitted online via the university's website:https://www.webster.ac.at/academics/missionandvalues/join-wvpu.php

Deadline for applications: June 16, 2024

Interview dates can be set prior to the deadline.

WVPU is an equal opportunity employer - we are committed to a non-discriminatory employment policy and a diverse and inclusive community.

The University puts special emphasis on increasing the number of women among the faculty, as well as in senior positions.

Our offer:

• Versatile tasks with corresponding responsibility and possibilities to grow in an academic environment whilst contributing to the success of the program;
• Being part of a highly engaged team and international community;
• Flexible working hours, home office, work-from-anywhere;
• Numerous employee benefits (Pension Fund, Training and Development Opportunities, Occupational Health, Social Events etc.); and
• Vienna has been Ranked the No. 1 most liveable city in the The Economist Intelligence Unit's Global Liveability Index. We provide modern facilities in a top location in Vienna's 2nd district (Palais Wenkheim), next to the subway station.

The minimum annual gross compensation for this position is EUR 58.000,- (basis 40 hours/week); the final salary is dependent on relevant experience and qualifications.

The applicant must have the legal right to work in Austria.

For questions related to your application, please contact the HR Department at hrdepartment@webster.ac.at or WVPU, Praterstraße 23, A 1020 Vienna.

Your privacy is important to us, and we take the General Data Protection Regulation seriously. It is our goal to be sensitive and respectful of your personal information and to adhere to all facets of the GDPR regulation. Please be aware that all personal data you provide are subject to our privacy notice. (https://www.webster.edu/gdpr/employee_applicant_privacy_notice.php)

Webster Vienna Private University
Web: https://webster.ac.at/academics/missionandvalues/join-wvpu.php