Student Counsellor

Job Summary

A Student Counsellor at GEMS Education in Dubai is responsible for providing comprehensive support to students in various aspects of their academic and personal development.

Job Description

• Identifying students’ behavioural traits to recommend coping techniques for stress.
• Holding regular meetings with teachers to discuss the general mental condition of classes and suggest extracurricular activities to enhance students’ interests.
• Advise students in individual or group counselling sessions to address their academic, personal and social needs.
• Help students to devise attainable goals and develop useful skills or habits.
• Evaluate students on their competencies, interests and ambitions to identify suitable academic and professional pathways.
• Consult with parents, teachers and administrators to identify potential learning or behavioural issues that may impede students’ goals.
• Maintain confidential records about the students they assist, including assessment results, transcripts and session notes.

Skills

• Problem Solving
• Confidentiality Keeping
• Interpersonal Skills
• Verbal and written communication
• Active Listening
• Patience