Counsellor

KYSA EDUCATION SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

KYSA Education Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dedicated School Counselor to support students' academic, social, and emotional well-being through counseling.

The role involves individual and group sessions, crisis intervention, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community resources to develop intervention plans and promote wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Valid counseling certification or licensure as required by local regulations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions addressing academic, social, and emotional concerns.
• Assist students in developing coping strategies and problem-solving skills.
• Monitor student progress and provide academic advising and support.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop intervention plans for at-risk students.
• Assist students in exploring career options and educational pathways.
• Provide information on college admissions, vocational training, and scholarship opportunities.
• Respond to student crises and emergencies, providing immediate support and referrals as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality while following legal and ethical guidelines.
• Organize and facilitate workshops on stress management, study skills, and conflict resolution.
• Promote social-emotional learning initiatives within the school.
• Participate in school committees and contribute to the overall school improvement plan.
• Maintain accurate records of counseling sessions and interventions.
• Prepare reports and data analysis for school administration regarding counseling services.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling

Job description

Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address academic, social, and emotional concerns.

Assist students in developing coping strategies and problem-solving skills.

Academic Support:

Monitor student progress and provide academic advising and support.

Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop intervention plans for at-risk students.

Assist students in exploring career options and educational pathways.

Provide information on college admissions, vocational training, and scholarship opportunities.

Crisis Intervention:

Respond to student crises and emergencies, providing immediate support and referrals as necessary.

Maintain confidentiality while following legal and ethical guidelines.

Workshops and Programs:

Organize and facilitate workshops on topics such as stress management, study skills, and conflict resolution.

Promote social-emotional learning initiatives within the school.

Work closely with teachers, parents, and community resources to support student well-being.

Participate in school committees and contribute to the overall school improvement plan.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of counseling sessions and interventions.

Prepare reports and data analysis for school administration regarding counseling services.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.

Valid counseling certification or licensure (as required by local regulations).

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with care.