School Counselor

Responsibilities:

1. Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive counseling and guidance program to address social/emotional development needs of all students.
2. Conduct needs assessments and utilize data to identify and support targeted areas of need on their campus.
3. Implement an effective referral and follow-up process as needed.
4. Support teachers in developing and delivering classroom guidance activities and lessons based on the school’s guidance counseling curriculum.
5. Offer a wide range of counseling services including but not limited to: individual and group counseling.
6. Provide behavioral counseling to students.
7. Develop and implement well-being programs across the school.
8. Conduct psychological and educational assessments.
9. Represent the school well-being team on all major programs such as New Students Orientation, Parents Orientation, Registration, Open Days, Careers events, etc.
10. Participate in the development of policies, procedures, and manuals guiding the operations and functions of the school.
11. Take an active role in interpreting the school's objectives to students, parents, and other stakeholders; confer with parents whenever necessary to determine how best to meet individual students' needs.
12. Value and respond to the diversity and individual differences of students.
13. Implement behavior/discipline modification plans for grade group cohorts in conjunction with the school leadership team.
14. Evaluate areas of strength and advocate for students.
15. Perform assessments, interpret tests, and study student records.
16. Prepare reports, records, lists, and all other required information and data.

Requirements:

1. Master's degree in Psychology with proven working experience in schools.
2. Successful full-time teaching experience or successful experience in school guidance and counseling.
3. Integrity and professionalism.
4. Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student pool.
5. Working knowledge of various counseling models, practices, and resources.
6. Engaging interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills.
7. Computer literacy.
8. Sound judgment and emotional intelligence.

Required Documents:

1. Job application accompanied by a detailed resume and minimum 2 reference details.
2. Copy of academic degrees and job and training certificates.
3. Offer is subject to KHDA, Ministry of Labour Approval, and satisfactory reference checks.