Job Description

Job Title:

Facilitator & Counselor - Lighthouse Kiran Program

Location:

Odisha (Must be open to travel across multiple locations in the state)

Job Type:

Full-time

Industry:

Non-Profit / Education / Youth Development

Experience Required:

2-4 years

Immediate Joiners Preferred

About the Role:

Lighthouse Communities Foundation (LCF) is seeking a

Facilitator & Counselor

for its Lighthouse Kiran program. This role focuses on empowering adolescents from underserved communities by supporting their emotional, social, and mental well-being. As a key part of our youth transformation initiative, you will facilitate group sessions, conduct career counseling, and support students in developing life and soft skills.

You will be implementing the Lighthouse Kiran program either at our Lighthouse centers or in local colleges across Odisha.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate engaging sessions under the Lighthouse Kiranprogram for groups of 25-30 students. Ensure program completion and regular attendance of all enrolled students. Guide students in using a chatbot-based platform for developing social-emotional learning (SEL) skills. Conduct baseline and endline assessments to measure progress in student competencies. Provide individual counseling and support to help students make informed life and career decisions. Collaborate with the team to create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Step in to support other program-related responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or any related field. 2-4 years of experience in youth counseling, life skills training, or facilitation. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with adolescents. Ability to manage group dynamics and maintain a motivating classroom atmosphere. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in

Odia, Hindi, and English

. Empathetic, self-motivated, and committed to community development and youth empowerment. Comfortable with digital tools and open to learning new technologies (e.g., chatbot use). Willingness to travel across locations within Odisha as per program requirements.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job--it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people. Join a passionate team working toward creating a brighter and more equitable future for youth across India.

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Send your resume to

careers@lighthousecommunities.org

with the subject line:

"Facilitator - LH Kiran | Odisha"

Learn more about our work: www.lighthousecommunities.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?28,000.00 - ?30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person