School Counsellor (SPED School)

Working hours: Mondays to Fridays - 7 am to 4 pm

Roles & Responsibilities

1. System Support

• Develop and implement a structured school counselling programme, including systems for needs analysis, early identification, and referral.
• Advise school management on student mental health trends and counselling strategies relating to students with ASD.
• Provide consultation and training for staff and parents on mental health, ASD, and first-line support strategies.
• Collaborate with external professionals and community agencies for further interventions.
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of counselling programmes and student outcomes.

2. Preventive Programme

• Design and deliver psycho-educational programmes (group and school-wide) on emotional regulation, social skills, and coping strategies.
• Adapt interventions using structured, visual, and ASD-friendly approaches.
• Develop and share mental health resources for students, staff, and parents.

3. Responsive Services

• Provide individual and group counselling for students.
• Conduct case conferences with staff, parents, and external professionals; carry out home visits where necessary.
• Manage referrals to external services and provide crisis intervention and follow-up support.
• Maintain proper case documentation and records.
• Update school management and Head of Allied Professionals regularly on student progress and risk levels.

Job Holder’s Requirement and Attributes

• Relevant counselling qualification (Degree or Master’s in Counselling, Psychology, or related field), preferably recognised by the Singapore Association for Counselling.
• At least 1 year of relevant working experience.
• Experience working or volunteering with children or youths; experience with ASD preferred.
• Passionate about supporting students’ social, emotional, and mental well-being, with strong empathy for those experiencing challenges, including individuals with ASD.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Culturally sensitive and aware of multicultural contexts in Singapore.
• Resourceful, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Resilient and able to manage complex and sensitive cases.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.