School Counselor

Gamma Holdings.; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated School Counselor to join their team in Dubai. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive counseling program to support students' academic, personal, and social development. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology and proven experience in a school setting. You will play a vital role in helping students overcome challenges and facilitating their growth through various counseling services. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and have the skills to support a diverse student population, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology with school experience required.
• Proven ability to support diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive counseling program for students.
• Conduct assessments and provide individual and group counseling.
• Support teachers with guidance activities and evaluate student needs.

Skills

Counseling Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Integrity and Professionalism

Computer Literacy

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

A leading Indian curriculum school in Dubai is seeking a qualified and resourceful School Counselor. Interested candidates with a Master's/Bachelor's in Psychology and at least 2 years of school experience can apply.

Should help students overcome problems that impede learning and facilitate students' academic, personal, social, and career development by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive counseling and guidance program to address the social/emotional development needs of all students.
• Conduct needs assessments and utilize data to identify and support targeted areas of need on their campus.
• Implement an effective referral and follow-up process as needed.
• Support teachers in developing and delivering classroom guidance activities and lessons based on the school's guidance counseling curriculum.
• Offer a wide range of counseling services including but not limited to individual and group counseling.
• Provide behavioral counseling to students.
• Develop and implement wellbeing programs across the school.
• Conduct psychological and educational assessments.
• Represent the school wellbeing team on all major programs such as New Students Orientation, Parents Orientation, Registration Open Days, and Careers events.
• Participate in the development of policies, procedures, and manuals guiding the operations and functions of the school.
• 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.
• Value and respond to the diversity and individual differences of students.
• Implement behavior/discipline modification plans for grade group cohorts in conjunction with the school leadership team.
• Evaluate areas of strength and advocate for students.
• Perform assessments, interpret tests, and study student records.
• Prepare reports, records, lists, and all other required information and data.

Requirements:

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

Required Documents:

Those interested in applying for the position are required to submit the following:

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