ACHS School Counsellor Vacancy
Asian Christian High School (ACHS) is seeking out for a dedicated and proficient School Counsellor who is passionate about making a positive impact on student’s lives!
Responsibilities:
1- Collaborative Counseling:
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to identify students who may benefit from counseling services, based on academic performance, behavior, or social-emotional indicators.
- Conduct regular consultations and meetings with teachers to discuss students' progress, identify concerns, and develop strategies for supporting students' emotional well-being in the classroom.
- Provide guidance and support to teachers in implementing classroom-based interventions, accommodations, and support plans for students with mental health needs.
2- Individual Counseling and Group Therapy:
- Conduct individual counseling sessions with students to address a range of emotional, behavioral, and psychological concerns, utilizing evidence-based counseling methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT).
- Facilitate group therapy sessions and support groups to address common issues among students, such as stress management, social skills development, and conflict resolution.
3- Assessment and Intervention:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate students' mental health needs, including risk assessment, psychosocial evaluations, and standardized assessments as appropriate.
- Develop personalized treatment plans and interventions based on assessment findings, collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support students' overall well-being.
4- Documentation and Compliance:
- Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of counseling sessions, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
- Ensure timely completion of required documentation, including progress reports, treatment summaries, and referrals, to facilitate continuity of care and communication with relevant stakeholders.
5- Professional Development and Best Practices:
- Stay abreast of the latest research and developments in counseling methodologies, attending training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.
- Implement evidence-based counseling techniques and interventions, including mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), trauma-informed care, and positive psychology approaches, to support students' mental health and well-being.
- Collaborate with Evangelical Theological Seminary faculty for various frameworks to build a culture around the school's value system.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field; licensed or certified counselor preferred.
- Minimum of 1 years of experience providing counseling services in an educational or clinical setting, with a focus on collaboration with teachers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, school staff, parents, and external stakeholders.
- Knowledge of evidence-based counseling methodologies and interventions, including CBT, DBT, SFBT, MBSR, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology approaches. Therapeutic Expertise in Handling Adverse Childhood Experiences (Aces)
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical and legal standards in counseling practice.