Job Description

What the role is:CounsellorWhat you will be working on:

• Provide counselling, crisis intervention and psychological assessments in all matters related to students (as individual and/or group) and their families, where necessary.
• Provide social work services to students (e.g. assessment of household situation, case follow up with family of client, if necessary).
• Conduct mental health literacy and peer support skills training to students.
• Plan and implement wellness programmes and roadshows for students.
• Conduct training and consultation to para-counsellors and academic staff on supporting students with socio-emotional issues.
• Use of data and technology to support counselling related work, e.g. data-analytics, chatbots
• Oversee the building of new case management e-system to include appointment scheduling, intake form, case notes, referral etc.
• Establish network and partnership with care team from higher institute of higher learnings and community health agencies (eg. hospitals, family service centres etc) on youth mental wellness initiatives.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant background in counselling, psychology, social work or related disciplines, and has attained proficiency and membership recognised by SAC, SASW or other professional bodies
• At least 5 years of experience in clinical counselling or social service sector
• Experience in crisis intervention work in an education institution, facilitating workshops, good networks with other mental health organisations will be advantageous
• Able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Good administrative skills for record keeping and management reporting of cases
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Able to work independently as well as in a team setting

About Temasek Polytechnic:Established in 1990, Temasek Polytechnic (TP) is a leading institution of high learning nestled by the idyllic shores of Bedok Reservoir in Tampines. TP takes pride in equipping our students with lifelong skills and digital knowledge for a future of dynamic change. TP\'s caring and vibrant culture is firmly rooted in our core values which drive a spirit of innovation, with a focus on industry, globalization and sustainability. \xe2\x80\x9cTP Cares\xe2\x80\x9d is our clarion call to ensure that our diverse community of learners has the opportunity to achieve their personal best, so that they can contribute meaningfully to the global community. Learner. Creator. Leader We envision the TP graduate as a values-led leader with vision, character and heart, excelling in the academic domain and beyond, and rising to the challenge of creating tomorrow.

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