Guidance Counselor - College

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop a Guidance Program in accordance with SFS and the Academic Department’s objectives

Delivers the different guidance services such as counseling, testing, inventory, information, placement, evaluation and research, and group guidance as needed by the students

Prepare intervention programs for students who have been referred to the Guidance Center for further assessments and evaluation

Prepare yearly guidance modules that regularly meet the needs and concerns of the student body

Evaluate students’ abilities and interests through aptitude assessments and interviews

Administer psychological tests to students and other school personnel as the need arises

Identifies school issues that affect students’ academic performance

Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and parents regarding student issues

Conducts learning seminars or brainstorming sessions on school-related issues and career planning

Assist the Admissions Office in administering entrance examinations and group testing

Refers possible cases of mental health disorders to partner Psychological clinics


QUALIFICATIONS:

Must Haves:

Graduate of a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a Master's Degree in Guidance Counseling

Guidance and Counseling and/or at least 3-5 years of immersive experience in different guidance and counseling services, such as testing, placement, counseling, and research in the tertiary level

Working knowledge in utilizing operations and innovations to handle the scale of a growing population

Must possess strong relationship-building and communication skills

Must possess strong database management, research, critical thinking, and leadership skills

Must have the ability to operate within a wide range of student backgrounds and personalities

Amenable to work during Saturdays

Nice to Have:

● Registered Guidance Counselor (RGC)

● Knowledge of various models of teaching and guidance modules

● Ability to work around new technological advancements