Guidance Counselor

The Guidance Counselor is entrusted with the following duties and responsibilities:
oversees the personnel under the Guidance, Counseling and Testing Office (GCTO) for the effective execution of counseling duties;coordinates with the KCP administration and management team the activities and programs offered by the Guidance, Counseling and Testing Office (GCTO);represents the Guidance, Counseling and Testing Office (GCTO) within KCP administration as well as outside organizations on matters associated with counseling;coordinates and discusses with deans and principals some student concerns arising from counseling conducted;attends all appropriate meetings, conferences, trainings, seminars pertaining but not limited to the improvement of GCTO;recommends the approval of the leave requests of GCTO Personnel;establishes and strengthens counseling networks and linkages with government and non-government agencies;recommends and coordinates with the HRMO regarding hiring and firing of personnel under the GCTO;initiates the conduct of research studies pertinent to the delivery of student counseling services;conducts monthly or emergency meetings for updates on student counseling-related issues;prepares and submits action plans that will serve as guide for the Office in the accomplishment of the Institution's vision, mission and objectives;submits semestral and special reports as requested by the KCP Management; andimplements all programs and activities such as counseling, placement, and other services related to student welfare;is responsible in training and developing the leadership potentials of each student for effective community development services;coordinates all unit activities to enrich the student - experience in the Institution;evaluates the aforesaid activities through the use of appropriate evaluation mechanisms;uses an integrated approach to the development of a well-functioning individual primarily by helping him/her to utilize his/her potentials to the fullest and plans his/her present and future in accordance with his/her abilities, interests, and needs;implements programs and activities such as counseling, psychological testing, learning and study orientation, placement, referral and group processes; andperform other appended duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or other higher authorities.