Counsellor, Mental Health, Social Work

Job Description:

Support trainees’ emotional, academic, and social well-being through counseling and wellness initiatives. Provide individual and group support, lead life skills sessions, monitor performance and behavior, and collaborate with stakeholders to guide at-risk trainees and prevent dropouts during both on-campus and OJT phases.

• Provide personalized counseling and support plans for trainees.
• Conduct regular check-ins and site visits, including OJT locations.
• Follow up on disciplinary cases and support rehabilitation efforts.
• Respond promptly to trainee concerns via various channels.
• Wellbeing & Mental Health
• Deliver wellbeing programs and awareness campaigns.
• Create safe spaces for open dialogue and refer high-risk cases as needed.
• 3. Disciplinary & Performance Monitoring
• Track trainee data via TIS and identify concerns.
• Collaborate with staff on early interventions and disciplinary actions.
• Complete and submit DC documentation and support follow-ups.

• Conduct life skills and orientation sessions aligned with trainee needs.
• Promote understanding of ATA policies and values.
• Parent & Stakeholder Engagement
• Communicate with guardians and develop joint action plans for trainee success.
• Coordination & Case Management
• Work with departments to resolve trainee challenges.
• Maintain confidential records and respond to requests promptly.
• Leadership & Council Support
• Mentor Trainee Council members and support their initiatives.

• Represent counseling in academy events and strategic initiatives.
• Reporting & Improvement
• Generate reports and analyze outcomes to enhance services.
• Share best practices for consistent and impactful counseling.

• Provide individualized counseling for assigned trainees to support their emotional, behavioral, social, and academic needs.
• Conduct regular check-ins and site visits to OJT trainees to ensure their well-being, adjustment, and access to support.
• Set structured support plans for trainees who receive final warnings related to attendance, behavior, or performance.
• Follow up on cases before and after disciplinary committee (DC) decisions and create personalized improvement plans.
• Conduct counseling sessions at OJT sites and on campus to support trainees unable to access ATA premises easily.
• Respond to trainee concerns promptly via scheduled appointments, walk-ins, or digital communication.
• Wellbeing & Mental Health Initiatives
• Plan and deliver wellbeing programs both on campus and at OJT sites to promote resilience, stress management, and overall mental health.
• Organize awareness campaigns focused on personal safety, emotional intelligence, and positive behavior.
• Create safe, confidential environments that foster open conversations and trust between counselors and trainees.
• Refer high-risk cases to specialized professionals when needed and ensure continued follow-up.
• Disciplinary & Performance Monitoring
• Monitor trainee data using the Trainee Information System (TIS) to identify performance drops, attendance concerns, or behavioral patterns.
• Collaborate with officers and academic staff to intervene early in cases of risk or policy violations.
• Fill in DC forms and termination reports with full information and submit them on time, based on observations and case history.
• Provide counseling input for DC cases and contribute to decision-making discussions when required.
• Follow up on disciplinary decisions and support trainees in meeting any conditions or rehabilitation plans imposed.
• Educational & Personal Development Sessions
• Deliver Life Skills sessions that cover a range of topics including soft skills, mental health, emotional intelligence, communication, conflict resolution, and time management.
• Ensure life skills sessions are aligned with trainees' personal development needs and institutional goals.
• Conduct orientation and awareness sessions on ATA’s policies and expectations.
• Encourage trainee acknowledgment and understanding of code of conduct and institutional values.
• Parent & Stakeholder Communication
• Communicate with trainee guardians to inform and involve them in issues…