Officer, Guidance & Counselling at Nile University of Nigeria

About the Role

We are seeking a highly competent and result-oriented Officer, Guidance and Counselling with strong personal and professional integrity to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support to students across career, personal, social, and educational dimensions, helping them evaluate their abilities, interests, talents, and personalities.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and address the unique socio-emotional challenges faced by individual students, employing a compassionate and understanding approach
• Collaborate with teaching staff to determine the most effective approaches for meeting the unique needs of individual students and actively contribute to interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive student support
• Work closely with school faculty and staff to develop holistic plans for maintaining the well-being of both individual students and the student population as a whole
• Provide tailored group or individual counselling to address social, behavioural, or academic challenges faced by students
• Actively engage in open and transparent consultation with families and staff, highlighting students' needs and collaboratively devising strategies for improvement
• Evaluate students' academic and career plans, assisting them in setting realistic and achievable goals for personal and academic growth
• Monitor and observe students to identify personal, emotional, or social needs requiring intervention
• Support the development and implementation of counselling programs that effectively meet the diverse needs of students, adapting strategies to evolving educational landscapes
• Complete thorough and comprehensive reports for services provided, including detailed session notes and incident reports
• Submit referrals to external agencies when necessary, ensuring students receive specialized attention and support tailored to their specific needs

Required Qualifications

Strong personal and professional integrity, with a demonstrated commitment to student success and well-being.