Career Counsellor
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About the Role
GEMS Metropole School is hiring a Career Counsellor to provide individual and group counseling to students, guide them on educational and career pathways, and organize career events.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to help students explore career interests, aptitudes, and goals
- Provide guidance on educational and career pathways, including college/university options, vocational training programs, and alternative career routes
- Assist students in developing career plans and setting achievable goals based on their interests, skills, and aspirations
- Maintain an up to date database of career resources, including information on colleges, universities, vocational schools, scholarships, internships, and job opportunities
- Collaborate with school staff to organize career fairs, workshops, and guest speaker events
- Administer career assessments and interest inventories to help students gain insight into their strengths, weaknesses, and career preferences
- Evaluate students' academic performance, extracurricular activities, and personal attributes to provide tailored career recommendations
- Guide students through the college application process, including researching and selecting suitable institutions, preparing application materials, and navigating financial aid options
- Provide personalized support to students with special needs, learning disabilities, or other challenges in navigating the career planning process
- Offer guidance on resume writing, interview skills, job search strategies, and professional networking
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to integrate career development activities into the school curriculum and counseling programs
- Communicate regularly with parents to involve them in their child's career exploration process and address any concerns or questions
Requirements
- At least one year's school based experience or previous experience working with schools and students in a Careers Advisor/Counseling capacity
- A degree in education/psychology/counseling
- Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy
- Able to build strong relationships with students and gain their trust
- Understands the importance of confidentiality and discretion
- Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and school personnel
- Knowledge of counselling theories, techniques, and practices related to social and emotional development
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Job Description
- GEMS Metropole School is seeking a skilled and motivated Career Counsellor to join our team
- Experience: At least one year’s school based experience or previous experience working with schools and students in a Careers Advisor/Counseling capacity
Career Counselling
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to help students explore career interests, aptitudes, and goals
- Provide guidance on educational and career pathways, including college/university options, vocational training programs, and alternative career routes
- Assist students in developing career plans and setting achievable goals based on their interests, skills, and aspirations
Resource Management
- Maintain an up to date database of career resources, including information on colleges, universities, vocational schools, scholarships, internships, and job opportunities
- Collaborate with school staff to organize career fairs, workshops, and guest speaker events to expose students to various career fields and opportunities
Assessment and Evaluation
- Administer career assessments and interest inventories to help students gain insight into their strengths, weaknesses, and career preferences
- Evaluate students' academic performance, extracurricular activities, and personal attributes to provide tailored career recommendations
- Guide students through the college application process, including researching and selecting suitable institutions, preparing application materials, and navigating financial aid options
Individualized Support
- Provide personalized support to students with special needs, learning disabilities, or other challenges in navigating the career planning process
- Offer guidance on resume writing, interview skills, job search strategies, and professional networking to prepare students for future employment
Collaboration and Communication
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to integrate career development activities into the school curriculum and counseling programs
- Communicate regularly with parents to involve them in their child's career exploration process and address any concerns or questions they may have
Person Specifications
- Qualifications /knowledge: A degree in education/psychology/counseling
- Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy
- Able to build strong relationships with students and gain their trust
- Understands the importance of confidentiality and discretion
- Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and school personnel
- Knowledge of counselling theories, techniques, and practices related to social and emotional development
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