School Counselor (Male)

A leading British curriculum school in Dubai is seeking a qualified and resourceful School Counselor. Interested candidates with a Masters in Psychology and at least 2 years of school experience can apply.Should help students overcome problems that impede learning and facilitate students’ academic, personal, social and career development by implementing a comprehensive school counselling program.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive counseling and guidance program to address social/emotional development needs of all students.Conduct needs assessments and utilize data to identify and support targeted areas of need on campus.Implement an effective referral and follow-up process as needed.Support teachers in developing and delivering classroom guidance activities and lessons based on the school’s guidance counseling curriculum.Offer a wide range of counseling services including individual and group counseling.Provide behavioral counseling to students.Develop and implement well‑being programs across the school.Conduct psychological and educational assessment.Represent the school wellbeing team on all major programs such as New Students’ Orientation, Parents’ Orientation, Registration, Open Days, careers events, etc.Participate in the development of policies, procedures and manuals guiding the operations and functions of the school.Take an active role in interpreting the school's objectives to students, parents and other stakeholders; confer with parents whenever necessary to determine how best to meet individual students' needs.Value and respond to the diversity and individual differences of students.Implement behavior/discipline modification plan for grade‑group cohort in conjunction with the school leadership team.Evaluate areas of strength and advocate for students.Perform assessments, interpret tests and study student records.Prepare reports, records, lists and all other required information and data.RequirementsMaster’s degree in Psychology with proven working experience in schools.Successful full‑time teaching experience or experience in school guidance and counseling.Integrity and professionalism.Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student pool.Working knowledge of various counseling models, practices and resources.Engaging interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills.Computer literacy.Sound judgment and emotional intelligence.#J-18808-Ljbffr