OVERVIEW TO THE ROLE:
This position embodies the student-centered mission of KCST. Well-integrated within the Student Affairs function, the Student Counsellor will be primarily responsible for providing support to students in a variety of ways, with the view to helping students overcome problems and difficulties related to their study, and associated with academic achievement, personal problems, and relationship with instructors or colleagues, among others.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To develop an effective methodology for student counseling, and work collaboratively inside and outside the College with the purpose of improving counseling tools and processes on a permanent basis.
To assist in the creation of policies and associated documentation related to student counseling, including self-help materials.
Acting as a key liaison between the students seeking counseling and the relevant members of the College.
Maintain high standards of service and work within the best ethical standards of good practice.
To take an active role in raising awareness about the importance of student counseling, through participation in student inductions, workshops, and other events.
To develop and maintain an effective referral system, i.e. a list of situations and a network of people (academics and other professionals) that students should be referred to when such situations occur.
To keep a system of concise and confidential records in line with the policies of the College, and manage confidentiality in a professional manner.
To analyze the data collected and produce reports regarding access to the service, and make recommendations as appropriate.
Guiding the students regarding their career and educational decisions and helping them understand their potential and provide help to pursue their goals.
Track the advancement of the student and maintain an updated report on student progress
Calculate GA’s and assist at-risk students and intervene if necessary
Guide and assist students in course selection process to ensure progress towards their goals
Guide students in accessing the academic resources available at KCST and provide referrals.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of KCST rules, policies, and procedures
Engaging the parents and the school authorities, for coming up with a solution, if the student faces some big problem and together they help the student
Council students to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational situations.
Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to discuss students’ progress, resolve behavioral, academic, and other problems, and to determine priorities for students and their resources needs.
To provide assistance in all stages of the admissio process, during the student application windows, twice a year.
To provide assistance with the organization of school events, such as Orientation Sessions, Open Days, and Graduation Ceremonies.
Any other necessary tasks deemed suitable for the position in question.
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