Company Overview

Established in 1927, by Sheth Anandilal Podar, Podar Education Group is a renowned name in the educational sector, guided by traditional Indian values like honesty, integrity, and service. The group operates a network of 139 educational institutions, including Pre-Primary, Primary, and Secondary schools, Junior Colleges, Teacher Training Institutes, and more. With over 95 years of experience, they offer a variety of educational streams such as CBSE, CISCE, SSC, IGCSE, and IB. Podar Education Network is headquartered in Mumbai and employs between 5001-10000 dedicated staff members.

Job Overview

Podar Education Network is seeking a passionate and dedicated School Counselor for their Hadapsar Pune location. This is a full-time position suitable for freshers or individuals with up to 1 year of experience. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to students in various aspects of their educational journey, including mental health, academic advising, and crisis intervention.

Qualifications and Skills

• Counseling (Mandatory skill)
• Student Assessment (Mandatory skill)
• Communication Skills (Mandatory skill)
• Mental Health Support: Ability to provide emotional and psychological support to students to help them overcome mental health issues.
• Academic Advising: Helping students plan their educational paths and achieve academic success.
• Conflict Resolution: Skilled in mediating conflicts among students to promote a healthy school environment.
• Empathy: Demonstrating compassion and understanding towards students' needs and concerns.
• Crisis Intervention: Responding effectively to crises and providing immediate support to students in distress.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address the academic, career, and personal/social needs of students.
• Assess student performance and well-being through various assessment tools and techniques.
• Develop and implement programs to promote a positive school environment and student well-being.
• Provide crisis intervention and support for students facing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success and development.
• Advise students on academic planning, career goals, and educational opportunities.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions for students, parents, and staff on relevant topics.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions and student progress.

Interested candidates can share their resume on hrd.seema1@podar.org.