Job Advert\u2013School Counsellor (Ref: WSCH002)
\nBased in Lusaka, Zambia, Lusaka International Community School (LICS) is a co-educational, secular, fee-paying, non-profit school, which provides an internationally recognised education to a culturally diverse, globally-minded student body in a caring and supportive learning environment. LICS holds in high esteem its vision statement which is to \u201cmaximise the potential of future world citizens\u201d.
\nLICS is a leading independent Pre-Primary, Primary, and Secondary School based in the leafy suburb of Roma in Lusaka, Zambia, and is a member of CIS, AISA, and ISAZ.
\nThe school currently has an opening and is looking for a suitably qualified individual to join the LICS community as a School Counsellor effective 1st August 2025.
\n1. Requirements<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in counselling or Bachelor\u2019s Degree (unrelated field) but include a Post Graduate Diploma \/ Master in Counselling
\nPrior experience working as a counsellor in a school setting.
\nMinimum three years of work experience in counselling with children\/adolescents
\nFurther therapeutic training or qualification in working with children, young people, and schools.
\nExperience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.<\/p>\n
2. Qualities<\/p>\n
Ability to work independently, manage own caseload, and use initiative.
\nAbility to understand and empathise with social and cultural diversity.
\nMaturity to exercise sound judgment.
\nExcellent communication skills, self-driven and motivated, good listener, empathetic, excellent organisation skills, team player.<\/p>\n
3. Qualifications<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Counselling or Bachelor\u2019s Degree (unrelated field) but include a Post Graduate Diploma \/ Master in Counselling
\nAdditional qualifications relevant to the role.<\/p>\n
4. Key Responsibilities\/Accountabilities
\n4.1 Whole School Counselling<\/p>\n
Offer confidential counselling to students and staff, addressing personal, social, emotional, and educational concerns.
\nUtilize solution-focused approaches to tackle barriers to academic, social, and emotional well-being.
\nEnsure confidentiality except when Safeguarding policies require disclosure.
\nMake appropriate referrals to external agencies with student consent, and maintain communication with staff.
\nActively participate in safeguarding efforts, reporting concerns to appropriate authorities.
\nStay updated on counselling and education developments to enhance service delivery.
\nCollaborate with teachers, parents, and leadership to support students effectively.
\nMonitor attendance and provide interventions for at-risk students, coordinating with stakeholders.
\nAddress the mental health needs of students and assist families seeking resources.
\nUtilize data analysis to develop strategies for supporting emotional, social, and learning needs.
\nLiaise with relevant teams regarding student support and language needs.
\nLead PSHE initiatives and monitor their effectiveness.
\nPropose resource requirements annually.
\nProvide regular reports on service usage and user concerns.
\nMaintain membership in relevant professional organizations.
\nConduct educational workshops for staff, students, and parents.
\nContribute to overall student well-being through bulletins and initiatives.
\nReview and evaluate counselling services for continuous improvement.
\nDevelop workshops for emotional well-being.
\nImplement a self-assessment program for professional development.<\/p>\n
Flexible in duties within the scope of the role.
\n4.2 Data Management and Protection<\/p>\n
Adhere to legal provisions such as GDPR for confidentiality and data security.
\nProvide termly reports according to LICS guidelines and conduct an annual review of the school service.
\nUtilize data to improve practice and effectiveness.
\nMaintain secure case records and records of students accessing the service.
\nInput data accurately and in a timely manner into the LICS School Management System and School MIS.<\/p>\n
4.3 Support for school\/place of work.<\/p>\n
Attend staff meetings.
\nContribute and participate in the holistic life of the school through the activities programme and participation in school events.
\nTravel and work may be required during term time, school breaks (rarely), and occasional evenings and weekends.
\nDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and parents\/carers.
\nFollow school policies, practices and procedures<\/p>\n
5. Remuneration
\nCompetitive package.
\n6. Application Process
\nPlease visit our website (https:\/\/lics.sch.zm\/solicited-application\/ ) fill in the online application form, and upload a detailed CV with a cover letter along with three referees, one of whom should be your current supervisor by 18.04.2025, Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
\n7. Safeguarding
\nLusaka International Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting our children\u2019s and young people\u2019s welfare and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate\u2019s appointment will be subject to full security vetting.
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