Senior Counsellor

TRYBE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Singapore is seeking a Senior Counsellor to provide professional counselling services, mentor junior staff, and lead the Counselling & Therapy Service. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in counselling with at least 7 years of experience and a passion for working with youths. Responsibilities include overseeing service delivery and outreach efforts, as well as providing counselling assessments. Competitive remuneration and a supportive working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in the social service sector or similar setting.
• Registered counsellor with a recognized professional body.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and participate in outreach efforts related to the Division.
• Oversee the delivery of Counselling & Therapy Service.
• Develop and implement strategies for service growth.
• Provide counselling assessment and intervention for clients.
• Document all case-related records.

Skills

Experience with youths and trauma cases

Counselling interventions in individual and group settings

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in counselling or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Senior Counsellor to join our team. The individual will provide professional counselling services, mentor junior staff, be involved in outreach effort, and lead the Counselling & Therapy Service (CTS). He/She will also provide administrative and strategic support in accordance with the service's requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Initiate and/or participate in outreach efforts related to the Division

2. Perform the role of Programme In-Charge and oversee the delivery of Counselling & Therapy Service

3. Develop strategies and oversee their implementation for the growth of Counselling & Therapy Service

4. Provide counselling assessment and intervention for clients

5. Documentation of all case related records

Technical competencies

• Proven experience in working with youths and managing trauma-related cases
• Possess good knowledge and experiences with providing counselling interventions in both individual and group setting
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Core competencies

· Passionate in working with youths

· Independent worker but able to work well in a team

· Resilience: able to overcome adversity and emerge stronger

· Integrity: guiding decisions with moral principles

· Serving: willing to go the extra mile for others

· Excellence: always expecting the best of self

Preferred achievements

· Master’s degree in counselling, or equivalent, with at least 7 years of experience in social service sector or similar setting

· Registered counsellor with a recognized professional body (e.g., SAC, SPS)

· Prior experience in providing case and clinical supervision to social service practitioners, and/or counsellors

Interested applicant may email your resume directly to [e-mail]