Guidance Counselor at Noble Hall Leadership Academy for Girls

Job Description

• The Guidance Counselor provides academic, social-emotional, and  career counseling services to students.
• The role supports students in understanding themselves, resolving personal and academic challenges, planning their educational pathways, and preparing for post-secondary opportunities.
• The counselor collaborates with parents, teachers, and administrators to create an environment that supports student well-being and success.

 Responsibilities
Program Development & Delivery:

• Develop, implement, teach, and revise curriculum related to the competencies of the guidance and counseling program.
• Conduct ongoing research to update curriculum and guidance interventions.
• Plan and facilitate parent seminars related to guidance, mental health, behaviour, and student development.
• Assist in developing annual and long-term goals for the guidance department.
• Assist in preparing the annual guidance department budget.

 Student Support & Counseling:

• Provide individual and group counseling to support academic, emotional, behavioural, and social needs.
• Assist students in planning for post-secondary school pathways including college preparation and career planning.
• Support students with career days, shadowing opportunities, industry mentorships, and related activities.
• Identify student needs through assessments, observations, and referrals and link them to appropriate interventions.
• Provide crisis intervention and develop safety plans for at-risk students.
• Recognize signs of substance abuse, bullying, trauma, or mental health concerns and implement appropriate measures.

 School Collaboration & Advocacy: 

• Assist teachers in implementing special services and mainstreaming students with special needs.
• Consult with teachers and administrators regarding student behaviour, academic challenges, and well-being.
• Maintain strong partnerships with parents, guiding them through concerns and supporting student success.
• Advocate for students while ensuring confidentiality and ethical practice.

 Records, Reporting & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student guidance records.
• Interpret and share relevant information ethically with authorized staff.
• Generate reports on student development trends, interventions, and outcomes.

Professional Development:

• Attend professional seminars, workshops, and conferences to stay current in school counseling practices.
• Master relevant computer technology including student information systems, data analysis tools, and office software.

Requirements / Skills

• Preferably female
• Individual and group counseling skills.
• Teaching, coaching, and facilitation skills.
• Strong communication (verbal & written).
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Data analysis and reporting skills.
• Ability to use counseling management systems and databases.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Collaborative and relationship-building skills.
• Crisis management and intervention abilities.
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
• Demonstrate high ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Build supportive and constructive partnerships with students, parents, and staff.
• Plan and administer guidance and counseling programs effectively.
• Integrate counseling programs into the school curriculum.
• Identify student needs and intervene appropriately.
• Recognize signs of abuse, trauma, and distress.
• Implement crisis prevention and intervention strategies.
• Advocate for student well-being and safety.