Counsellor & Placements Officer at ZCAS

Reporting to: Student Welfare Officer

Purpose of Job:

Responsible for planning, administration, coordination, and implementation of counseling and placement services for students and members of staff.

Main Responsibilities

• Preparation of counseling work plans for the Centre.
• Participate in the formulation/review of policies, reparation/review of work manuals and procedures; and related documentation for counseling services for staff and students.
• Oversee the counseling of students with academic, career, psychosocial and health concerns or problems.
• Assist students understand and overcome social or psychosocial problems through individual or group counseling.
• Liaise with businesses and industry to develop beneficial partnerships for students’ job placements and internships opportunities.
• Assist with maintaining employer data base (s) and submit monthly reports.
• Assist students identify employment options that match their career interests.
• Assist students in all aspects of job search including resume writing, interview presentation techniques and job referrals.
• Assist students select and apply for educational programmes, to obtain the necessary degrees, credentials, and skills.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 Certificate with five (5) credits or better including English and Mathematics.
• Diploma in Counseling and Guidance, Psychology or any relevant Social Science.
• An under graduate qualification in a relevant field is an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience in a higher learning institution

Key Attributes and Skills

• Relationship management, with demonstrated ability to work with students, diverse teams, and stakeholders.
• Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially.
• Coordination and networking capabilities.
• Excellent meeting management, organizational and planning ability as well as customer care skills.
• Ability to pay attention to details.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast paced work setting.
• High degree of innovation and commitment.
• Computer Literate – Word, Power Point, Excel, email among others.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent mentoring and counseling skills.
• Excellent Communication skills

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