Special Needs Counsellor - Department of Student Services

[What the role is]Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award - Singapore International Chamber of Commerce Awards 2025Top 20 most attractive employers in Singapore - The Straits Times Singapore's Best Employers 2024 & 2025Based in the Department of Student Services, this position calls for a team player who has passion, personality and professional skills to enable youths with special educational needs (SEN) to achieve their potential.[What you will be working on]ResponsibilitiesProvide tailored support for students with special needs, which may include emotional difficultiesFacilitate access arrangements by developing support plans, together with academic staff, in curriculum development and classroom managementConduct 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 LearningProvide other student support services in accordance to institutional strategic initiativesPerform administrative duties to support multiple initiatives and outreach[What we are looking for]RequirementsAt least 4 years’ relevant experience working with and counselling youth with SENPassion in working with youth from diverse backgroundsRelevant experience in integrating Universal Design in Learning (UDL) in classroom setting would be an advantageRelevant experience in conducting training with adults would be an added advantageExcellent communication and administrative skills, both in speaking and writingAbility to work independently, as well as in a team settingRelevant qualifications in special needs, counselling, psychology, social work, or related disciplinesSuccessful 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.