Job Description

Job Overview:

A School Counsellor fosters students& academic, emotional, social,
and personal development. They provide guidance, support, and interventions to
help students navigate challenges and succeed in their academic and personal lives.
They help students manage their own behaviour, resolve conflicts and foster
emotional and mental well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Student Counselling: Providing individual and group counselling to students to
  help them address personal, social, and behavioural issues that may affect their
  academic performance and well-being.
• Academic Support: Assisting students in setting academic goals, developing
  study skills, and addressing academic challenges. Collaborating with teachers and
  parents to support student learning.
• Crisis Intervention: Responding to crises or emergencies affecting students,
  such as bereavement, trauma, or behavioral crises. Providing immediate support
  and coordinating with school administrators, parents, and external agencies when
  necessary.
• Advocacy and Referrals: Advocating for students' needs within the school
  community and referring students and families to external resources and services,
  such as mental health professionals or community organizations.
• Consultation and Collaboration: Collaborating with teachers, administrators,
  and parents to address student needs and promote a positive school environment.
  Providing insights and recommendations based on student assessments and
  observations.
• Educational and Career Development Programs: Planning and implementing
  the Character Development Program related to personal development, social skills,
  academic success, and career readiness. These include class sessions and
  activities for students.
• Facilitating Discussions: Leading classroom discussions and activities that
  encourage critical thinking and reflection on moral dilemmas, ethical issues, and
  personal values.
• Role Modelling: Serving as a positive role model for students by demonstrating values in practice and fostering a supportive and respectful classroom environment.
• Documentation and Evaluation: Maintaining accurate records of counselling sessions, assessments, and interventions. Evaluating the effectiveness of counselling programs and interventions to make improvements as needed.
• Parental Engagement: Communicating with parents and caregivers about the importance of developing their character, discussing students' progress and behavior, and encouraging reinforcement of values at home.
• Admissions : Conducting observations and assessments for KG student candidates and generating individual reports of their performance for new admissions .
• Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay updated on best practices in school counseling, relevant laws and regulations, and emerging trends in education and counselling. Overall, the role of a School Counsellor is multifaceted, aiming to support the holistic development and well-being of students within the educational setting. They play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive school environment conducive to academic success and personal growth.