Counselor

We at Podar International School is looking for a Counselor - [Health Wellness Teacher cum Special Educator]

- MA [Psychology] / M.Sc [Psychology] - Vadodara & Gandhinagar

Company Overview

Established in 1927, Podar Education Group is driven by traditional values of honesty, integrity, and service. With over 95 years of experience, Podar has a network of 139 educational institutions across India, supporting over 200,000 students and 7,800 staff members. Our institutions offer a variety of educational streams including CBSE, CISCE, SSC, IGCSE, and IB. Podar Education Network is a leader in delivering quality education with a strong commitment to integrity.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Counselor to join our team at Podar Education Network. This is a full-time, junior-level position requiring 1 to 3 years of experience. The Clinical Counselor will provide professional support and guidance to students with diverse psychological needs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have experience in working with autism (Mandatory skill).
• Expertise as a Clinical Counselor (Mandatory skill).
• Proficient in Counseling Psychology (Mandatory skill).
• Knowledge and experience in handling ADHD cases.
• Master's degree in psychology (MA Psychology).
• Master of Science in psychology (M Sc Psychology).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students and staff.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and create treatment plans for various psychological conditions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students to address their psychological and emotional needs.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for students with autism, ADHD, and other psychological conditions.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other staff members to create a supportive environment for student development.
• Conduct psychological assessments and maintain detailed records of counseling sessions and progress reports.
• Offer crisis intervention and support as needed, ensuring students' mental health and well-being.
• Participate in professional development activities to stay updated with the latest practices in counseling psychology.
• Promote mental health awareness and preventive mental health education within the school community.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in all counseling practices.