Job Description

Designation- Student Counsellor

Work place - SONA college of Technology , Salem , Tamilnadu

To provide psychological and emotional support, academic guidance, and career counseling to students, helping them achieve their full potential while maintaining mental well-being and overall development.

Key Responsibilities:

Personal & Emotional Counseling:

Provide one-on-one counseling to students dealing with stress, anxiety, academic pressure, personal or family issues. Identify and support students with emotional or behavioral challenges. Maintain confidentiality and a non-judgmental approach.

Academic Guidance:

Assist students in goal setting, time management, and study techniques. Support students facing academic difficulties or requiring learning support.

Career Counseling:

Guide students on career options, higher education, internships, and placement preparation. Conduct aptitude and interest assessments to suggest suitable career paths.

Workshops & Awareness Sessions:

Organize seminars and group sessions on mental health, stress management, soft skills, and personality development.

Monitoring and Reporting:

Maintain case records and counseling notes confidentially. Provide regular reports to management on student well-being trends and issues observed.

Coordination:

Liaise with faculty and parents (where appropriate) to address student issues. Refer students to external professionals when specialized support is required.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Master's degree in Psychology / Counseling / Social Work or related field (mandatory). Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an educational sector. Excellent listening, interpersonal, and communication skills. Empathy, patience, and a student-centric approach. Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and integrity.

Work Environment:

Full-time role based on campus. May require occasional evening or weekend availability for sessions or events.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ?20,000.00 per month

Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person