Counsellor

Shantiniketan Educational Institutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Shantiniketan Educational Institutions is seeking a counseller to provide support and guidance to students, addressing academic, personal, social, and emotional needs at our Bengaluru campus in Bilekahalli.

The role involves individual and group counseling, collaboration with teachers and parents, and developing personalized plans to promote student well-being and academic success. Fresher or experienced candidates may apply, with a focus on effective communication and empathy.

Qualifications

• Ability to monitor/analyze and guide the progress of the students.
• Ability to work with sincerity and responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills to connect with the students.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students to address issues, including academic difficulties, personal problems, social conflicts, and emotional distress.
• Assess students’ needs and develop personalized counseling plans to help them overcome challenges and make informed decisions.
• Advocate for students’ well-being and academic success by collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents.
• Serve as a resource for students, families, and staff on mental health and social-emotional development.
• Facilitate classroom presentations and discussions on mental health and wellness topics to promote awareness and resilience.
• Collaborate with school staff to implement school-wide initiatives for a positive and inclusive culture.
• Conduct assessments and screenings to identify students who may benefit from counseling or additional support.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress in counseling sessions and adjust interventions as needed.
• Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and interventions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or education

Job description

Title: Counsellor

Role: Student Counsellor

Board: CBSE/ ICSE

Experience: Fresher/ Experienced

Location: Bilekahalli

Job Information

The counsellor will be responsible to provide support and guidance to students, addressing their academic, personal, social, and emotional needs.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students to address a variety of issues, including academic difficulties, personal problems, social conflicts, and emotional distress.
• Assess students’ needs and develop personalized counseling plans to help them overcome challenges, set goals, and make informed decisions. Advocate for students’ well‑being and academic success by collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to identify and address student needs and concerns.
• Serve as a resource for students, families, and staff on issues related to mental health, social‑emotional development, and community resources.
• Facilitate classroom presentations and discussions on relevant mental health and wellness topics to promote awareness and resilience among students.
• Collaborate with school staff to implement school‑wide initiatives aimed at creating a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Conduct assessments and screenings to identify students who may benefit from counseling services or additional support.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress in counseling sessions, adjusting intervention strategies as needed to promote positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and interventions in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
• Collaborate with school and community resources to develop crisis response plans, train staff in crisis intervention techniques, and provide post‑crisis support to students and staff.

Education and Qualifications

• Ability to monitor/analyze and guide the progress of the students
• Ability to work with sincerity and responsibility
• Excellent communication skills to connect with the students