Senior Counsellor

Morgan McKinley; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consulting firm is looking for a Senior Counsellor in Singapore to conduct counselling for individuals and families. The role involves providing clinical supervision, conducting various counselling interventions, and ensuring effective service delivery. Ideal candidates should have a postgraduate qualification in counselling and at least 5 years of counselling experience. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Preferably attained a postgraduate qualification in counselling by accredited institutions under the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) and/or certification in systemic thinking.
• Obtained a minimum of 50 hours of training in Clinical Supervision.
• Preferably a registered counsellor/supervisor with SAC or registered social worker with SASW.

Responsibilities

• Offer early-risk marriage support and family & marital counselling.
• Provide group work and various interventions to families facing challenges.
• Deliver clinical supervision for staff's professional development.
• Identify gaps in service delivery and improve work processes.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Crisis intervention

Counselling approaches

Networking

Communication Skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in counselling

Minimum 50 hours of training in Clinical Supervision

Job description

The Organisation is a vibrant workplace with a supportive culture where collaboration and camaraderie thrive. Their teams are highly cooperative, and colleagues genuinely care for each other. We celebrate diversity and innovation.

Expect a dynamic and fast-paced environment, as we are in an exciting phase of growth. Success here requires adaptability, agility, and the ability to navigate complexity. Their people stay with them because they find a strong sense of purpose and community, enjoying the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives.

They offer a flexible work environment that values the importance of personal and professional growth. With plenty of opportunities for continuous learning and development, It is an ideal place for those who want to grow their careers while contributing to meaningful change.

Join them to be part of an amazing team that's dedicated to making a difference and having fun while doing that!

Job Description

At FAM@FSC, the Senior Counsellor will conduct counselling for individuals, couples and families facing challenges in their relationships. The Senior Counsellor provides clinical supervision, design, deliver and oversee programmes for the organization. At the same time, the Senior Counsellor will need to have knowledge in case management and network with external stakeholders well. There is also a need to provide administrative/strategic support in accordance with the service's requirements. They are looking for passionate people who wants to work with couples and families.

Job Responsibilities

• Offer early-risk marriage support eg minor and transnational couples, and family & marital counselling


• Offer group work and other interventions to families facing challenges; and to work with relevant partners to promote the welfare of the clients


• Proficient in various counselling approaches (e.g., systemic etc) and tools to help with clients' concerns effectively


• Possess the ability to manage challenging cases, including crisis intervention and referral to other agencies


• Deliver clinical supervision for staff's professional development


• Supervise and manage counselling interns, when necessary


• Plan, develop and implement programmes for children, adults and/or families


• Conduct annual appraisals with staff, where applicable


• Identify gaps in service delivery and improve work processes for the organization


• Comply with workflow processes and improve protocols when necessary


• Manage the budget and statistics monthly


• Perform any other duties assigned by Management

Qualifications

• Preferably attained a postgraduate qualification in counselling by accredited institutions under the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) and/or certification in systemic thinking


• Obtained a minimum of 50 hours of training in Clinical Supervision


• Preferably a registered counsellor/supervisor with SAC or registered social worker with SASW

Other Information

• Minimum 5 years of experience in counselling individuals, couples, and families (e.g. court cases) independently, with at least 1 year of supervisory experience


• A people-oriented team player that contributes to a positive work and team culture


• Ability to adapt and be flexible with changes


• Excellent written (e.g. report writing) and presentation skills


• Committed, able to multi-task and has a can-do attitude

*Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Mary Clare Abraham

Senior Consultant

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