Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
An exciting opportunity for the Elementary Counsellor has opened in AIS. If you are someone who is driven in making a positive difference and with passion for growth and development, this role is meant for you!
Position Requirements:
- Capacity to provide leadership that enables the effective deliver of whole-of-school educational programs and services that support the inclusion of all students.
- Capacity for effective counselling and individual case management involving a multidisciplinary approach, within an environment of competing priorities.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.
- Capacity to develop and implement student support programs and services for students with high support needs that reflect best practice and that align with departmental policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated capacity to effectively respond to sensitive and complex student issues within an ethical framework.
- A written application addressing the Key Result Areas.
- References and an interview will contribute to the final selection of the success candidate.
The following will be advantageous:
- Professional membership, or credentials that meet the criteria for professional membership of a state/national counselling association.
- A certificate in cognitive behaviour therapy or similar.
- An awareness or experience in the area of child protection matters.
- Current full registration or eligibility for registration, as a teacher from a recognised educational body.
Qualifications:
- A minimum, of two (2) years full-tie, supervised experience working with children and/or young people in an educational environment.
AND one of the following:
- One year m(minimum) full-time (or part-time equivalent) coursework Masters, majoring in counselling from a recognised university.
- Registration a a psychologist through a recognised regulation agency, or a fourth year qualification in psychology.
- Qualification and skills relevant to the role, which in the opinion of the Managing Director and School Principal are similar to the above.
Further information about this position is available in the job description found in the AIS website at https://www.ais.com.sg/work-for-us-positions-vacant/
Applicants are required to read the job description for the role prior to applying and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a duly completed copy of the School's Job Application Form (downloadable from the school's website) to the email address indicated on the website. Kindly ensure that the position title is clearly specified in the job application form.
Only applications submitted using the school's job application form will be considered.
