Student Counsellor

**Job description**

**Position**: Student Counsellor
**Location**: Muvattupuzha, Kerala, India
**Employment Type**: Full-Time

**About Us**: English Channel Study Abroad is dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students seeking to study abroad. Our mission is to support students in achieving their academic and personal goals by offering comprehensive guidance and support throughout their study abroad journey.

**Job Summary**: The Student Counsellor will play a crucial role in advising and supporting students through the study abroad process. This includes providing guidance on academic programs, cultural adaptation, and personal development to ensure a successful and enriching experience for our students.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide one-on-one counselling sessions to students to discuss academic, personal, and career goals.
- Assist students in selecting appropriate study abroad programs that align with their academic interests and career aspirations.
- Conduct orientation sessions and workshops for students and their families to address expectations, cultural adjustment, and practical matters related to studying abroad.
- Provide ongoing support to students while they are abroad, including assistance with academic challenges, cultural adjustment, and personal issues.
- Coordinate with host institutions and partner organisations to ensure students receive necessary support and resources.
- Create and update informational materials, such as guides and handbooks, to assist students in their study abroad journey.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents and follow up with students and families as needed.
- Collaborate with academic advisors, faculty, and staff to promote study abroad opportunities and support student success.

**Experience**:

- **Counselling Experience**: Previous experience (1-5 years) in student counselling, academic advising.
- **Study Abroad Advising**: Direct experience with study abroad programs.

**Skills and Competencies**:

- **Interpersonal Skills**: Strong ability to build rapport with students, families, and colleagues. Excellent listening and empathy skills.
- **Communication Skills**: Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey information to diverse audiences.
- **Organizational Skills**: Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple students and tasks simultaneously.
- **Problem-Solving Abilities**: Strong problem-solving skills to assist students with various academic and personal issues.
- **Technological Proficiency**: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with student information systems and online communication tools.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

**Experience**:

- student counselling: 1 year experience (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/11/2024

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)
- Counselling: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person