Careers Guidance Counsellor

Job Description GEMS School of Research & Innovation is seeking an experienced Careers Guidance Counsellor. The post commencing January 2027. Key Responsibilities: Working with students individually or in groups, career development professionals may: - help students identify educational requirements and develop training plans - facilitate and / or lead career management and career decision-making workshops - help students develop a better appreciation of their unique characteristics and how those characteristics relate to career choices - use various assessment tools to help students identify their interests, values, beliefs, lifestyle preferences, aptitudes and abilities, and relate them to the world of work and tertiary education - facilitate and/or lead workshops on, and assist students with, implementing effective employment search strategies, writing résumés, and developing career portfolios and interview skills - work co-operatively with local agencies, businesses and other organizations involved in providing career planning resources. - work cooperatively with local and international universities and educational providers in utilising the various support programmes and opportunities they provide as part of an enrolment process. - work with students who have disabilities, language and cultural differences, or other special needs that affect their employment prospects - provide current labour market information to help students make realistic occupational or employment decisions - market students to potential employers and help students find work experience placements - plan and implement career and employment-related programs - refer students to appropriate services to address their particular needs - perform related administrative tasks such as keeping records. Skills Description Personal characteristics Career development professionals need the following characteristics: - genuine interest in and respect for people from all walks of life - patience, understanding and the ability to listen non-judgmentally - excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills - objectivity and tact - the ability to motivate and inspire students - the ability to facilitate communication in groups of eight to 20 people - excellent organizational and planning skills - the ability to work effectively with other professionals and community agencies. - they should enjoy consulting with people, compiling information and working with clients to develop innovative solutions to problems. Educational requirements: - a minimum od Bachelor degree is required in a related discipline such as Psychology, Social Work or related subject. - ideally the candidate will also have a certificate, diploma or degree in career development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Career Guidance Counselor - August 2026

  Bloom Education · Al Ain, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates