School Guidance and Counseling Professional job at The Stoneridge School
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Vacancy title:
School Guidance and Counseling Professional

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Education, and Training , Category: Teachers & Education ]

Jobs at:

The Stoneridge School

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, February 11 2025 

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, January 22 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary
The Stoneridge School is seeking a compassionate and professional School Guidance and Counseling Professional to support the academic, social, emotional, and career development of our learners. The ideal candidate will create a supportive and nurturing environment, helping learners overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities
Learner Support
• Provide individual and group counseling to address academic, social, and emotional challenges.
• Help learners develop personal, social, and career aspirations.
• Identify learners at risk and provide timely interventions or referrals.

Academic Guidance
• Assist learners in understanding their strengths and areas of improvement to excel academically.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop personalized support plans for learners with academic challenges.

Career Counseling
• Introduce learners to various career paths and opportunities through workshops and sessions.
• Guide learners in exploring their interests and planning their educational journey.

Crisis Intervention
• Offer immediate support and intervention during emergencies or crises.
• Work with the school leadership, parents, and external agencies to ensure learners' safety and well-being.

Collaboration
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to promote learners’ holistic development.
• Serve as a bridge between the school, families, and community resources.

Program Development
• Design and implement age-appropriate counseling programs and initiatives.
• Promote awareness of mental health and emotional well-being through school-wide activities.

Record Keeping
• Maintain confidential records of interactions and counseling sessions with learners.
• Prepare reports and analyze data to inform school policies and identify trends.


Qualifications and Requirements
• Education: A Bachelor’s in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in a school setting.
• Certifications: Registration or licensure as a counselor (if required by your region).
• Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with learners, staff, and families.
• Knowledge of child development and effective counseling techniques.
• Proficiency in record-keeping and reporting.

Key Attributes
• Empathy, patience, and adaptability.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Commitment to fostering the holistic growth of learners.

Working Conditions
• Full-time position based on the school’s schedule.
• Occasional evening or weekend work for parent-teacher meetings, workshops, or emergencies.




Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Education/ Academic/ Teaching jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 11 February 2025
Duty Station: Kampala
Posted: 22-01-2025
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 22-01-2025
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 22-01-2068
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