Special Needs Counsellor - Department of Student Services

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for students with special needs, which may include emotional difficulties
• Facilitate access arrangements by developing support plans, together with academic staff, in curriculum development and classroom management
• Conduct training for students with special needs in the area of executing functioning skills and also prepare them for work 
• Conduct training for staff to address various learning needs, including but limited to the application of Universal Design for Learning principles in an Institute of Higher Learning
• Provide other student support services in accordance to institutional strategic initiatives
• Perform administrative duties to support multiple initiatives and outreach

Requirements

• At least 4 years’ relevant experience working with and counselling youth with SEN
• Passion in working with youth from diverse backgrounds
• Relevant experience in integrating Universal Design in Learning (UDL) in classroom setting would be an advantage
• Relevant experience in conducting training with adults would be an added advantage
• Excellent communication and administrative skills, both in speaking and writing
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team setting
• Relevant qualifications in special needs, counselling, psychology, social work, or related disciplines

Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

If you are shortlisted for the position(s), you should hear from us within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement.