Career Counselor

RiarPro Learning Solutions; Dadri; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RiarPro Learning Solutions Private Limited seeks a Career Counselor to guide students (Classes 8–12) in academic and career decisions. The role involves regular local travel to schools, delivering in-school counselling, workshops, and stakeholder interactions with students, parents, teachers, and school leadership.

Qualifications include a postgraduate degree in Psychology/Counselling/Education and 0–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Psychology, Counselling, Education or related field (preferred).
• 0–5 years of experience in career counselling, education, or student guidance; freshers with relevant training may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-to-one and group career counselling sessions for students (Classes 8–12) at school campuses.
• Support students with stream selection, subject choices, and post-school pathways.
• Help students develop self-awareness around strengths, interests, skills, and learning preferences.
• Assist students in setting realistic academic and career goals.
• Administer and interpret career-related assessments.
• Prepare counselling notes and recommendations for students and parents.
• Maintain confidential student records and session documentation.
• Conduct parent counselling sessions and orientation programs, both in-person and online.
• Coordinate with school coordinators, teachers, and leadership during visits.
• Facilitate career awareness workshops, classroom sessions, and assemblies at schools.
• Support career fairs, industry talks, and exposure activities as required.
• Share updated information on education pathways, skill-based careers, and emerging fields.
• Travel locally to assigned schools as per the counselling schedule.
• Ensure punctuality, preparedness, and professional conduct during school visits.
• Stay updated on education systems, entrance pathways, and workforce trends.
• Follow ethical counselling practices and a student-centric approach.
• Contribute to internal training, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Public speaking

Empathy

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Psychology / Counselling / Education

Job description

Organisation

RiarPro Learning Solutions Private Limited

Reporting To: Head- Research & Analytics Group

About RiarPro

RiarPro Learning Solutions is a career-guidance and education services organisation working closely with schools, students, parents, and educators to enable informed academic and career decisions. Our work spans in-school career guidance programs, student assessments, parent engagement, national-level initiatives, and partnerships aligned with India’s evolving education ecosystem.

Role Overview

The Career Counselor is responsible for guiding students in making informed academic and career decisions by helping them understand their strengths, interests, and future pathways. The role involves regular local travel to schools to deliver in-school counselling services, workshops, and stakeholder interactions, working closely with students, parents, teachers, and school leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Student Counselling & Guidance

Conduct one-to-one and group career counselling sessions for students (Classes 8–12) at school campuses.

Support students with stream selection, subject choices, and post-school pathways.

Help students develop self-awareness around strengths, interests, skills, and learning preferences.

Assist students in setting realistic academic and career goals.

Assessments & Reporting

Administer and interpret career-related assessments.

Prepare clear, student- and parent-facing counselling notes and recommendations.

Maintain accurate, confidential student records and session documentation.

Parent & School Engagement

Conduct parent counselling sessions and orientation programs, both in-person and online.

Coordinate with school coordinators, teachers, and leadership during school visits.

Facilitate career awareness workshops, classroom sessions, and assemblies at schools.

Support career fairs, industry talks, and exposure activities as required.

Share updated information on education pathways, skill-based careers, and emerging fields.

Travel & Operational Responsibilities

Travel locally to assigned schools as per the counselling schedule.

Ensure punctuality, preparedness, and professional conduct during school visits.

Professional Practice

Stay updated on education systems, entrance pathways, and workforce trends.

Follow ethical counselling practices and a student-centric approach.

Contribute to internal training, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or a related field (preferred).

Formal training or certification in Career Guidance / Counselling (desirable).

Experience

0–5 years of experience in career counselling, education, or student guidance.

Freshers with relevant training and strong communication skills may be considered.

Skills & Attributes

Strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills.

Comfort with working across multiple school environments.

Empathy, patience, and professionalism.

Basic digital skills for reports and online sessions.

Additional Notes

Local travel expenses will be reimbursed as per company policy.

A personal conveyance may be preferred, depending on location.