Career Counsellor

We work towards building impactful outcomes for students by helping them make a successful transition from school to the workplace through career guidance initiatives. For the year 2023-24 alone, iDC aims to work with more than 35k students across the country.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Contract Career Counsellor to join our team based in/willing to relocate the following locations:

Sundargarh , Odisha

Bonai, Odisha

Panposh, Odisha

As a Contract Career Counsellor, you will play a crucial role in providing guidance and support to individuals seeking to advance their careers. This role is on a contract basis for 10 months, with a high possibility of extension based on performance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual counselling sessions with students to evaluate their career aspirations, interests, skills, and strengths.
• Offer tailored career guidance, resources, and tactics to assist individuals in making well-informed decisions about their professional journeys.
• Aid students in formulating and executing effective job search plans, encompassing resume construction, cover letter composition, and interview readiness.
• Administer and interpret career assessments to provide clients with valuable insights into their strengths, personality traits, and suitable career options.
• Stay current with industry trends, labour market information, and emerging job opportunities to provide informed advice to clients.
• Visit government schools to deliver career guidance to students and be open to community visits.
• Develop and conduct workshops, webinars, or seminars on topics related to careers, such as networking, job search strategies, and professional development.
• Maintain precise and confidential client records, ensuring compliance with applicable privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with team members and external partners to deliver comprehensive career support services.
• Possess a solid understanding of the vocational and professional career landscape in Odisha.
• Demonstrate awareness of ground-level career awareness in India.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in [relevant field, e.g., Counselling, Psychology, Human Resources]

(Master's degree preferred).

• Proven experience in career counselling or related roles, with a track record of helping clients achieve their career goals.
• Strong knowledge of career development theories, job search strategies, and employment trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Proficiency in using career assessment tools and resources.
• Familiarity with relevant software and technology, including Microsoft Office Suite and career management platforms.
• Certification in career counselling or a related field (e.g., National Certified Counsellor, Certified Career Development Facilitator) is a plus.

Other details:

Work week: Monday to Saturday

Remuneration: Industry standards best compensation. A bonus will also be given at the end of the contract period which will be 10% of the total CTC.

Contract duration: 8 months