Career Counselor

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a proactive Career Counselor to join the student services team. The role focuses on guiding students as they explore career options, develop career management skills, and prepare for the transition from education to the workforce.

You will deliver personalized counseling, facilitate workshops on labor market trends and networking, and connect students with internships and resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Human Resources, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in career counseling, coaching, or advisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of career development theories and local job markets.
• Excellent active listening and communication skills; proficiency with career assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions to assess interests, skills, values, and career goals.
• Provide guidance on career exploration, job searching strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation.
• Develop and deliver workshops on career development topics, including labor market trends and networking.
• Maintain and update resources on career paths, educational programs, and internships.
• Collaborate with faculty, employers, and alumni to create meaningful career development opportunities.

Skills

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Career counseling

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Human Resources, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Career assessment tools

Online resources

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and supportive Career Counselor to join their student services department in Kimberley . This role is dedicated to assisting students in exploring career options, developing career management skills, and preparing for the transition from education to the workforce. You will provide personalized guidance, facilitate workshops, and connect students with relevant resources and opportunities. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of the job market, and a passion for empowering individuals to achieve their career aspirations within Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions to assess student interests, skills, values, and career goals.
• Provide guidance on career exploration, job searching strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation.
• Develop and deliver workshops on career development topics, including labor market trends and networking.
• Maintain and update resources on career paths, educational programs, and internship opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty, employers, and alumni to create meaningful career development opportunities for students.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Human Resources, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Proven experience in career counseling, coaching, or a related advisory role.
• Strong knowledge of career development theories and practices, and the local job market.
• Excellent active listening, communication, and motivational skills.
• Proficiency in using career assessment tools and online resources.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office-based and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to significantly impact students' future career paths in Kimberley .
• Access to professional development opportunities in counseling and career services.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment dedicated to student success.