School Guidance Counsellor (Government)
Professional counsellor in a government school — supports student mental health, career planning, conflict resolution, and at-risk intervention.
Typical Salary
J$2M
to J$4M per year
Open Roles
600+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Growing
Mental health priority
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Career Paths
Teacher / Counsellor Trainee→Guidance Counsellor→Senior Guidance Counsellor→Principal Guidance Counsellor
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid
Entry: J$2MSenior: J$4M
Key Skills
Individual counselling
Group counselling
Career guidance
Crisis intervention
Referral management
Parent engagement
Report writing
Case confidentiality
Education
Minimum Entry
- BSc Psychology or Social Work + Counselling diploma
- Teaching Council/JCPC registration
Preferred
- MSc Counselling or Psychology
- School counselling specialisation
Professional Qualifications
- JCPC registration
- Teaching Council recognition
- MSc preferred
- MoE appointment
Market Trend
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