This role supports students' social, emotional, and psychological wellbeing, promoting positive behavior and a safe, inclusive learning environment. The School Counselor provides guidance, identifies and addresses wellbeing and behavioral concerns, and collaborates with teachers, parents, and school leadership to support overall student development and academic success. The successful candidate will contribute to student wellbeing initiatives, behavior support strategies, and safeguarding practices.
Responsibilities
Provide individual and small-group counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, personal, or school-related difficulties
Support students in developing emotional regulation, resilience, self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and healthy coping strategies
Conduct homeroom counseling and age-appropriate wellbeing guidance sessions to promote positive relationships, emotional awareness, conflict resolution, and healthy behavioral development
Identify students who may require additional wellbeing support and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals
Monitor students' wellbeing and follow up on concerns to ensure appropriate and timely support
Maintain accurate, confidential counseling records in accordance with school policies and applicable safeguarding requirements
Identify, assess, and monitor student behavioral concerns in collaboration with teachers and relevant school personnel
Develop and implement positive behavior support strategies and individual behavior support plans where appropriate
Support students in understanding behavioral expectations, taking responsibility for their actions, and developing appropriate social skills
Advise and assist teachers in managing challenging behavior through proactive, restorative, and student-centered approaches
Monitor behavioral patterns and intervention outcomes and recommend further support where necessary
Recognize and respond appropriately to concerns relating to student safety, emotional distress, bullying, self-harm, abuse, neglect, or other safeguarding risks
Report and escalate safeguarding concerns promptly in accordance with the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
Collaborate with the relevant personnel when managing cases involving student welfare or safety
Make appropriate referrals to external professionals or support services when a student's needs exceed the scope of school-based counseling
Maintain professional boundaries and explain the limits of confidentiality to students in accordance with safeguarding requirements
Work closely with teachers and school leadership to develop coordinated support plans for students
Arrange and conduct meetings with parents or guardians to discuss students' wellbeing, emotional needs, behavioral concerns, progress, and recommended support strategies
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Communicate with parents or guardians regarding student wellbeing and behavioral concerns, as appropriate and in accordance with school procedures
Participate in student support meetings, case conferences, and follow-up discussions to review progress and intervention effectiveness
Provide practical guidance to staff on student wellbeing, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and positive behavior management
Support the transition of students between year groups or school divisions when additional wellbeing or behavioral support is required
Develop and deliver age-appropriate wellbeing activities, workshops, and awareness programs for students
Plan and conduct workshops for parents or guardians on topics such as student wellbeing, emotional development, positive behavior, communication, and strategies for supporting children at home
Coordinate and facilitate workshops or awareness sessions with external professionals, including doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other relevant specialists, to address student wellbeing and mental health topics
Promote positive relationships, respect, inclusion, resilience, and responsible decision-making across the school community
Contribute to initiatives addressing bullying, peer relationships, stress management, emotional wellbeing, and other relevant student concerns
Prepare and maintain counseling and student wellbeing reports, including relevant case updates, intervention plans, follow-up actions, outcomes, and emerging trends, while ensuring confidentiality and appropriate access to sensitive information
Assist in reviewing and improving school procedures relating to student wellbeing, behavior support, and pastoral care
Maintain appropriate records and prepare reports on student support activities, emerging trends, and program effectiveness while protecting confidential information
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of counseling practices, child development, behavior support, safeguarding, and student wellbeing
Participate in relevant staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
Work within the scope of professional qualifications, ethical standards, and school policies
Perform other related duties as reasonably assigned by the school leadership
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in Counseling, Psychology, School Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
Relevant professional qualifications, certifications, or training in counseling and student wellbeing
Previous experience in school counseling, student wellbeing, pastoral care, behavior support, or a related educational setting is preferred
Experience working with children or adolescents in an international or multicultural school environment is an advantage
Knowledge of child development, positive behavior support, safeguarding principles, and referral procedures
Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and case-management skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound professional judgment, and work collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues
Excellent written and spoken English
Important Details
Nationality: Thai
Security Clearance
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. The successful candidate will be expected to comply with all school safeguarding and child protection policies, complete required safeguarding training, and undergo appropriate pre-employment screening and background checks in accordance with school policy and applicable law.
