Student Counselor

Company Description

Sri Sairam College of Engineering, established in 1997, is a reputed institution that has received accreditation from NAAC, NBA, NIRF Innovation, and other prestigious organizations. The college is dedicated to providing a high standard of education and fostering an environment of innovation and research. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, Sri Sairam College actively promotes the development of its students and faculty members. Located in Bengaluru, the college offers a nurturing and dynamic learning environment for pursuing higher education.

The Student Counselor will support the emotional well being academic adjustment and personal development of students. The role focuses on providing professional counseling psychological guidance and preventive mental health support to help students manage academic pressure personal concerns and behavioral challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide individual counseling sessions to students facing emotional academic or personal difficulties.
2. Offer psychological support to help students manage stress anxiety peer pressure and adjustment issues.
3. Conduct basic psychological assessments and identify students who may require additional professional help.

4. Guide students on personal development decision making and goal setting.
5. Work closely with faculty mentors parents and administration to support student welfare when required.
6. Organize workshops and awareness programs on mental health stress management and emotional resilience.
7. Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions and student progress.
8. Refer students to external clinical psychologists or mental health professionals when advanced intervention is required.
9. Monitor student well being and contribute to creating a positive supportive campus environment.

Minimum Qualification

Masters Degree in Psychology Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology from a recognized university.

Preferred Qualifications

Training or certification in student counseling or psychotherapy or NLP

Experience working with adolescents or college students

Experience

1 to 3 years of experience in counseling students in educational institutions is preferred. Fresh postgraduates with strong counseling skills may also be considered.

Key Skills

Strong listening and communication skills

Empathy and emotional intelligence

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Knowledge of student mental health and behavioral issues

Ability to conduct workshops and awareness sessions

Reporting To

• Head of Institution