Counsellor (Job Vacancy)

"The Goa Institute of Management (GIM), established in 1993, is one among the top few business schools of India. The institute is looking for bright persons with interests in teaching, scholarship and research, and networking with industry. GIM currently offers 5 PGDM programs: - the PGDM core program; PGDM Health Care Management program; PGDM Big Data Analytics program; PGDM in Management - Banking, Insurance & Financial Services; weekend part-time hybrid PGDM program for working executives. GIM is looking for candidates with good counselling experience offering psychological support and guidance to our diverse Faculty/Staff & students at GIM. Position Overview: The counsellor at GIM will play a pivotal role in supporting the mental and emotional well-being of our students. Provide confidential counselling services, develop wellness programs, and contribute to a supportive campus environment that fosters growth, learning, and resilience. Key Responsibilities: Provide Personal Counselling:: • Offer one-on-one counselling to students dealing with personal and emotional issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, homesickness, and relationship challenges. • Conduct initial assessments and develop personalized solutions for students facing various difficulties. • Employ active listening skills to understand students' concerns and offer unbiased guidance. • Maintain confidentiality and ensure a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. Crisis Management: • Provide Personal Counselling: • Respond promptly and effectively to students experiencing crises such as suicidal thoughts, self-harm, or harmful substance use. • Employ crisis intervention techniques and make appropriate referrals to external resources when necessary. • Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure a coordinated response to student crises. Conduct Group Counselling: • Facilitate group counselling sessions on topics such as stress management, time management, study skills, and personal growth. • Organize workshops on self-care, mindfulness, and resilience to help students develop coping strategies. • Foster a supportive and inclusive environment for students to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another. Documentation and Reporting: • Maintain accurate and confidential records of counselling sessions, consultations, and referrals. • Prepare reports on student progress, trends, and areas of concern for administration. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of counselling practices and interventions to ensure effective service delivery. Interested candidates may send their online applications STRICTLY IN THE FORMAT available on the website (https://gim.ac.in/careers) along with the prescribed documents to careers@gim.ac.in latest by 15th April 2024."