Full-Time

Student Services Counsellor

Posted on Jun 05

Ficus Education Inc.

24 Drewry Avenue, North York, ON, M2M 1C8

Languages English

Education Bachelor's degree

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Specific Skills

Administer and interpret standardized intelligence, aptitude and interest tests; Supervise peer counselling programs; Supervise field experience for graduate students in clinical and counselling areas; Refer students to other specialized services when required; Prepare and deliver presentations at conferences, workshops and symposia; Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops; Develop guidance and counselling programs; Counsel students regarding personal and social issues; Consult with teachers, parents, administrators and community agencies; Co-ordinate the provision of counselling and information services to students, parents and teachers; Arrange for recruitment of graduating students by employers; Visit colleges and secondary schools to provide academic information to prospective students, their parents and educational institutions; Counsel students regarding educational, career or vocational issues

Additional Skills Supervise teaching assistants

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Work under pressure; Tight deadlines

Counselling Specialization

Academic program or credit evaluation; Study skills; Personal or life skills management; Co-operative education or work placement; Career or post-secondary training orientation

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

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