Freelance Career Counselor WFH

Overview

Key responsibilities

• Offer individual career counseling sessions to assess clients interests skills and abilities.
• Administer and interpret career assessments to help clients identify potential career paths.
• Develop personalized career action plans based on clients goals and aspirations.
• Provide guidance on resume writing cover letter preparation and interview techniques.
• Deliver workshops and seminars on various careerrelated topics such as networking and job search strategies.
• Collaborate with educational institutions and employers to facilitate internships job placements and career fairs.
• Stay updated on current job market trends educational programs and industry requirements.
• Maintain client records and documentation in compliance with confidentiality policies.
• Offer support to clients dealing with career transition unemployment or workplace challenges.
• Assist clients in identifying and overcoming barriers to career advancement.
• Utilize online platforms and virtual technologies to conduct remote career counseling sessions.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to the development of career counseling resources and materials.
• Collaborate with other professionals to address clients holistic wellbeing.

Required qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Counseling Psychology Human Resources or related field.
• Proven experience in career counseling human resources or talent development.
• Certification in career counseling or career development is highly desirable.
• Excellent understanding of various career assessment tools and methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of job search strategies labor market information and employment trends.
• Exceptional communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships with diverse client populations.
• Proficiency in using virtual communication tools for remote counseling sessions.
• Solid understanding of ethical and legal issues in counseling and confidentiality practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Empathetic and compassionate approach to understanding clients challenges and needs.
• Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities.
• Familiarity with career development theories models and approaches.
• Adaptability to meet the unique needs of clients from various backgrounds and circumstances.
• Commitment to continued learning and professional growth in the field of career counseling.

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