School Counsellor

The school counsellor will provide individual and group and classroom-based counselling services to students, as well as support teachers and parents with mental health and behavioral issues of the children

• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions with students to address personal, social, emotional, and academic issues
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to support student learning and development
• Administer and interpret assessments to evaluate student behavior and mental health
• Develop and implement prevention and intervention programs to address mental health issues, bullying, substance abuse, and other behavioral concerns
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and reports
• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed
• Teach well-being, PSHE (Personal, Social, Health Education) lessons and any other lessons as may be assigned
• Attend and conduct professional development and training opportunities to enhance counselling skills and knowledge

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Counselling, Psychology, or a related field
• Masters Degree in Counselling or Psychology is an added advantage
• Certification as a School Counsellor or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a School Counsellor or a related field
• Experience in individual and group counselling with children and adolescents
• Experience working with children, preferably including children with special needs.
• Knowledge of mental health and behavioral issues affecting youth