HUMAN RESOURCES

2513-17 Careers Counsellor

Advises individuals and groups about career choices and assists individuals with self-development.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• provides information and resources to assist clients with job-seeking skills
• assists clients to develop awareness about career options by obtaining and examining information relevant to their abilities and needs
• maintains careers and labour market information
• analyses vocational information, explains alternatives and suggests possible courses of action
• may organise interview programs, surveys and careers displays
• may assist with special courses or community awareness programs
• may maintain job registers and refer clients to employers may counsel students at schools, TAFE colleges or university.