Career Counselor in Andhra Pradesh | Nirmaan Organization

Nirmaan Organization

Nirmaan Organization works with young people and communities across India so they can build better livelihoods for themselves. Its programmes cover school education support, skill training for jobs, health and community development. The skill development work trains students and young adults in practical trades and employability skills, then helps them find work. Much of this happens through centres that sit close to the communities they serve. This role sits within Nirmaan's Skill Development Center team, which prepares learners for the world of work and helps them take the next step after training.

Role

The Career Counselor helps students understand their own strengths and interests and choose an academic or career path that suits them. You will run counseling sessions, guide learners through their options, and prepare them for the practical parts of finding work such as writing a resume and facing an interview. The aim is that every student leaves with a clear, informed plan they believe in.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one counseling sessions with students.
• Run group counseling sessions on career choices.
• Assess student interests, strengths and career goals.
• Guide students on academic programmes suited to them.
• Advise students on vocational and skill training options.
• Support students in building their resumes.
• Prepare students for job interviews.
• Organise career awareness sessions for learners.
• Plan and run career workshops at the centre.
• Maintain records of each student's progress.
• Write and file counseling reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of work experience.
• Experience in career counseling or student guidance.
• Strong communication skills, spoken and written.
• Ability to listen carefully and build trust with young people.
• Comfort working with students one-on-one and in groups.
• Ability to explain academic and vocational options in simple terms.
• Knowledge of resume writing and interview preparation.
• Skill in assessing a person's interests and strengths.
• Ability to plan and run workshops and awareness sessions.
• Care in keeping accurate student records and reports.
• Willingness to work at a skill development centre in Andhra Pradesh.

Benefits

• Work that changes the direction of a young person's life.
• Experience across counseling, training and placement support.
• A team focused on skills, jobs and community development.
• Exposure to Nirmaan's wider education and livelihoods programmes.

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