Career Counselor Job Description
As a Career Counselor, you will play a vital role in helping individuals navigate their career paths. You will provide guidance, support, and resources to help individuals identify their strengths, interests, and goals. Your main objective will be to assist individuals in making informed decisions about their career development and help them create a plan to achieve their career goals.
Responsibilities
- Conduct career assessments to identify individuals' skills, interests, and values
- Provide individual career counseling and coaching sessions to help individuals explore career options
- Assist individuals in developing career goals and creating action plans
- Offer guidance on job search strategies, resume writing, and interviewing techniques
- Provide information on educational and training programs, scholarships, and financial aid
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and labor market information
- Collaborate with employers and industry professionals to create internship and employment opportunities
- Organize workshops and career fairs to enhance individuals' career development
- Maintain confidential and accurate records of individuals' progress and career plans
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, or related field
- Previous experience in career counseling or related field
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to build rapport and establish trust with individuals
- Knowledge of career development theories and counseling techniques
- Familiarity with career assessment tools and resources
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in computer skills and career-related software
Skills
- Career counseling
- Career assessments
- Goal setting
- Job search strategies
- Resume writing
- Interviewing techniques
- Industry knowledge
- Networking
- Workshop facilitation
- Record keeping