Assistant School Counsellor

2 days ago

Singapore Rapsys Technologies Pte. Ltd Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Profile: Assistant School Counsellor

Contract Period: 1 January 2026 to 30 November 2026

Working Hours

  • Three (3) days per week, from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. (inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break).
  • Working days will be mutually agreed upon by the Personnel and the Authority.
  • No service required on Saturdays, Sundays, gazetted public holidays, and June school holidays.

Scope of ServicesKey Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group counselling to students under the supervision of the Senior School Counsellor.
  • Coordinate closely with the Senior School Counsellor to work with staff, parents, and external agencies; conduct home visits when required.
  • Refer students and families to community resources or external professionals, with guidance from the Senior School Counsellor.
  • Assist in crisis intervention and follow-up support for critical incidents (e.g., trauma, behavioural or mental health issues).
  • Maintain case records, documentation, and progress updates for school management.
  • Support the Senior Counsellor in developing and implementing school-wide counselling programmes.
  • Collaborate regularly with teachers, parents, school leaders, and external agencies (FSCs, MSF, ComLink, VWOs) to promote student well-being.
  • Assist with content creation and teaching resources where needed.

Operational Scope

  • With guidance, conduct one-to-one sessions, small-group activities, and workshops for Tier 2 and 3 students.
  • Facilitate group sessions such as circle time, journaling, and goal-setting.
  • Liaise with parents and teachers regarding student concerns and support strategies.
  • Participate in home visits or coordinate with external agencies for complex cases.
  • Maintain records, monitor student progress, and support policy/programme reviews related to student wellness.
  • Assist with crisis intervention and provide follow-up support under close supervision.

Qualifications and SkillsQualifications

  • Minimum Diploma or equivalent in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or related fields.
  • Counselling qualifications recognised by Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) preferred.
  • Familiarity with child-focused counselling approaches (e.g., CBT, Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Counselling).

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and resilience.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to school well-being initiatives.
  • Proficiency in basic IT tools (Microsoft Office, student management systems) for documentation.

Experience

  • Preferably 2+ years of relevant experience in school/community-based social work, youth work, or educational settings.
  • Experience working with children or adolescents in developmental or intervention programmes.
  • Familiarity with collaborations involving schools, parents, and community agencies.
  • Experience facilitating after-school programmes or group work is an advantage.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: Up to $2,500.00 per month

Experience:

  • in school/community-based social work, youth work: 2 years (Required)

Location:

  • Singapore (Required)

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