Student Wellbeing Counselor

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a counsellor for a 9-month contract in Singapore. Responsibilities include individual and group counselling, collaborating with staff and external professionals, and crisis intervention as needed.

The role emphasizes strong assessment and case management, with attention to confidentiality and sensitivity when handling student matters. Collaboration with teachers, parents, and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Counselling with relevant professional counselling qualifications.
• Experience in counselling and/or social work, preferably with adolescents or young people in school/community settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, parents and stakeholders.
• Strong assessment and case management skills with ability to identify needs, assess risks and monitor progress.
• Ability to work with teachers, school leaders, parents and external agencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Team player who is organised, meticulous and able to manage multiple cases and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counselling to students.
• Conference with staff, parents and external professionals and agencies on students being counselled; conduct home visits where necessary.
• Refer students and families to community resources or external professionals as needed.
• Provide direct crisis intervention and follow-up to students affected by critical events.
• Maintain case consultation records and proper documentation.
• Advise school management on progress of students and provide regular updates.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Counselling

Professional counselling qualification

Counselling experience

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessment and case management

Collaborative work with school staff

Multitasking and organisational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Counselling

Job description

Private Advertiser is seeking a counsellor for a 9-month contract in Singapore. Responsibilities include individual and group counselling, collaborating with staff and external professionals, and crisis intervention as needed.

The role emphasizes strong assessment and case management, with attention to confidentiality and sensitivity when handling student matters. Collaboration with teachers, parents, and stakeholders is essential.