Guidance Counsellor job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of a Guidance Counsellor job summary
Our private college preparatory school needs a Guidance Counsellor to join our administrative staff. The successful candidate will divide his or her time equally between administrative tasks and providing students with guidance and support. They must always be available to students who need help with schoolwork, social stress or other issues that might emerge during the school year. We run a supportive environment with low educator turn-over and high employee satisfaction. If you want to join an educational environment that truly values its students and employees, we’ll be excited to talk to you.
Guidance Counsellor responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- Implement and oversee a high school guidance program that provides students with a safe and non-judgmental way to voice their concerns or worries
- Assist school administrators and educators with planning and carrying out school-related programs and events
- Analyse student performance in the classroom to provide guidance and identify potential problems
- Learn students’ names, career objectives and other details so you can better serve them
- Help students develop academic plans in accordance with their skills, talents and strengths
- Work collaboratively with the school nurse and other supportive staff
- Facilitate crisis intervention and prevention programs
- Communicate with teachers, parents and administrators on an ongoing basis about behavioural and academic problems
Guidance Counsellor qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field
- Ph.D. in social services or social work preferred but not required
- 3+ years’ experience in a Guidance Counsellor role
- Experience working with secondary students a plus
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- Ability to balance administrative and support services efficiently
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