Wellness Officer

About BITS, Pilani

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, (BITS Pilani)

Position Overview

The position will be based at BITS Pilani. The incumbent will be responsible for the strategic leadership of wellness and mental health initiatives across the institute's three campuses Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad. The Wellness Officer provides direct supervision to the three Wellness In-Charges, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality wellness programs and psychological support services. This role champions a proactive, inclusive, and holistic approach to well-being across the academic community.

Reporting to:

Will also work very closely with:

Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Supervision:

• Lead and supervise the

  three Wellness In-Charges

  at Pilani, Goa, and Hyderabad campuses
• Conduct regular team check-ins, strategy reviews, and knowledge-sharing meetings
• Foster collaboration and standardization of wellness services across campuses

2. Program Development & Implementation:

• Design, execute, and monitor institution-wide wellness programs
• Guide campus teams in customizing interventions based on local needs
• Ensure programs align with institutional mission and student diversity

3. Clinical Oversight:

• Oversee the structure and delivery of counselling services across all campuses
• Provide clinical supervision and escalation support to Wellness In-Charges
• Maintain quality assurance and adherence to ethical guidelines

4. Crisis Management:

• Develop and coordinate crisis response protocols institution-wide
• Support campus teams during emergencies and coordinate inter-campus resources
• Serve as a central decision-maker for complex or high-risk cases

5. Training & Capacity Building:

• Organize training sessions for students, staff, and faculty on wellness topics
• Promote continuous professional development of wellness teams
• Encourage peer support and mental health advocacy initiatives

6. Policy and Compliance:

• Draft and uphold wellness-related policies and confidentiality protocols
• Ensure legal and institutional compliance across all mental health services
• Guide documentation and ethical recordkeeping practices

7. Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Track effectiveness of programs through measurable indicators
• Collect and analyze cross-campus data to identify trends and improve services
• Submit periodic reports and insights to senior leadership

8. Stakeholder & Community Engagement:

• Build partnerships with external mental health organizations and networks
• Represent BITS Pilani at wellness-related conferences and public forums
• Promote a culture of mental health literacy, accessibility, and engagement

Other Skill and Ability Requirements

• Strong leadership and cross-campus team management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and administrative communication
• Crisis intervention and risk assessment expertise
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate wellness programs
• Competence in data-driven decision-making
• Emotional intelligence, confidentiality, and ethical practice

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, approachable, and grounded in student-centered values
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• High integrity and emotional resilience
• Strong problem-solving and organizational thinking
• Passionate about mental health and institutional wellness

Qualification

• Education:

  Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology.

• Experience:

  Minimum 7-10 years in clinical or counselling practice, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role, preferably in an educational institution.

Tenure

Term of appointment is for 3 years and will be renewed based on satisfactory performance review against the goals set.