School Counsellor

International Schools Partnership; Penang; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

International Schools Partnership seeks an experienced school counselor in Penang to provide direct counseling services to students and support overall wellbeing. You will collaborate with teachers and administrators to create supportive programs and monitor outcomes.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, student welfare, and proactive mental health initiatives across the campus. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in psychology or related field, with 5+ years in school counseling and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in school counseling.
• Professional certification in counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological support and counseling to students.
• Promote students' mental health and wellbeing.
• Develop and implement counseling programs and activities.
• Monitor and report on counseling performance and metrics.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to support student mental health.

Skills

Counseling skills

Psychological assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological support and counseling services to students.
• Promote students' mental health and well-being.
• Develop and implement counseling programs and activities.
• Monitor and report on counseling performance and metrics.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to support student mental health.

Skills

• Strong counseling and psychological assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of counseling best practices and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in school counseling.
• Professional certification in counseling preferred.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately. Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others. Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community. Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools. Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics.