School Counselor

The Ministry of Education, Employment and Gender Affairs of the Cayman Islands invites applications for the following education roles within the Government school system for the 2016/17 academic years commencing immediately or no later than 3rd January 2017:

School Counselor
Salary: US$67,783 - $78,602 per annum

To offer specialist assistance to government school students to enable them to achieve their personal goals, facilitate their social and emotional growth, and strengthen their capacities for coping within school and community settings.  To provide targeted support to students whose emotional and social challenges require more specialist help than can be offered by the pastoral system, and to act as the designated Child Protection Officer for their schools.

Requirements include:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in School Counseling or the equivalent qualifications;
• Evidence of (or eligibility for) licensure or certification to practice as a School Counselor within the current jurisdiction of practice or training;
  3-5 years of experience working as a School Counselor

The Cayman Islands offers one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean.  It is a tax-free jurisdiction, with a friendly welcoming people, combining the very best of the relaxed Caribbean attitude and modern living.  Its proximity to Miami also provides easy access to North America and the rest of the Caribbean.

The remuneration package for the successful candidate is offered without deductions.  The Cayman Islands Government provides an additional 12% pension contribution and 100% health insurance coverage for the employee and their dependents.

A detailed Job Description and the Government Application Form are available online at www.recruitment.gov.ky  Please send your completed Government Application Form and Cover Letter only via e-mail to edu.recruitment@gov.ky 
A pre-employment medical, drug screen and a Police Records check are conditions of employment

Deadline for Receipt of Applications:  September 30th, 2016