Student Counsellor

1. Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
2.  Establish procedures and time frames to provide students with academic, personal, social, emotional and psychological counseling.
3.  Work with new students to ensure a smooth adjustment to the school.
4.  Establish procedures for securing external assistance for students with personal problems and emotional needs.
5.  Work with the senior management team to develop experiences and activities which are beneficial for students’ holistic development, and which promote responsibility, leadership skills, cooperation and other personal and social skills.
6.  Maintain student records on progress, achievements, activities and interests.
7.  Establish proactive guidelines and procedures to deal with bullying.
8. Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to develop intervention plans and monitor student progress.
9.  Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
10. Maintain confidential records of counselling sessions and student progress.
11. Promote a safe and inclusive school environment.
12.  Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
13.  Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Counselling/Psychology.

 Skills:

• Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational setting preferred.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.

• Knowledge of counselling theories, techniques, and ethical standards.