OVERVIEW of Duties & Responsibilities:
The Counsellor is entrusted with and accountable for providing
professional counselling and therapy services in the schools
and/or at the YOUthCARE Centre. He or she works alongside the
Youth Worker in providing INTERVENTION for students who need
such help or support. He/she will also be assigned other counselees
as and when the need arises. The counsellor will also conduct
groupwork dealing with teens and parenting issues.
The Counsellor needs to understand clearly the nature of
the Youth Worker’s work as he/she plays a role that
supports and complements the Youth Worker in the area of intervention.
The Counsellor also has to keep and maintain records, provide
reports and maintain close rapport with teachers and parents,
ensuring greater success in helping our youths.
Qualifications needed for Counsellors
Bachelor degree in Counselling, Psychology or Social Work
Grad Dip or Masters in Counselling
At least three years of relevant experience
Information You Provide
As a Counsellor, the Job demands of you:
Above all else, PASSION in helping youths succeed.
Willingness to learn, be humble, flexible, adapt and stretch
yourself sometimes beyond comfort zones.
Readiness to do whatever it takes to turn our at-risk youths
from social liabilities to assets.
If you decide this is not for you, you may leave this site
at any time.
If you are still interested, carry on to the qualities required.
It’s is a tall order, yes. But here’s the deal:
even if you know you don’t measure up, you still stand
a chance as long as you are sure THAT’s the way you
want to be. If you are willing to work with us, we’ll
train, develop & get you there.
Qualities Required of a Counsellor
Complete the Qualities form so that we have a clearer picture
of who you are and the strengths you bring. Attach the completed
form to your application.
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Form
Five Crucial Questions to Consider before sending
the application to us:
Do you really want to do this work?
Are you willing to face everyday, students who may be defiant,
rude and unwilling to co-operate?
Do you think you have what it takes to help at-risk youths
turn their lives around?
The social work sector pays far lesser than the corporate
world. Can you accept it?
This industry is “low pay, high demand”. Do you
still want to apply?
If you answered “No” — to any one of the
questions, you may want to seriously reconsider your choice
of work. Or if you are not ready at this point in your life,
come back when you are. Thank you for considering this work.
If you answered “Yes”, please submit your application
form right away! We definitely want to meet you!
Application Form
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Application Form
Please email your application to career@care.sg
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