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The Role of ethics in career Counselling

Ethics remain the backbone of counselling in the unfolding complicated and interconnected global space where technology has made change a constant in life style. Counselling practice is guided by code of ethics and standards which provide a common base for the application and interpretation of assessment and evaluation tools in counselling work. A common thread running through all the codes of ethical standards are ethical requirements which calls on practitioners to observe some common theme of values and principles in the delivery of counselling services. But beyond the documented standards and guides are the mores and conventions which though have no legal and enforceable powers, form the basis of resolution of ethical issues in counselling. These foundational issues are values, principles and ethical traits in practitioners. The paper will develop a framework that links these concepts in explaining ethics in counselling, while some contemporary and evolving ethical issues like culture, law, morality, counsellor-client confidentiality, rights of minors, education and training, Gender and racial discrimination et all, which impacts on counselling work will be discussed. Key words: Ethics, Counselling, Values, Principles, Culture,

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Abstract School counselors are employed to take care of the students’ behaviors differences to other define norms of the social context. Whether the code of ethics and regulatory policies has any impact on the execution is another problem. People are just born to have emotions, attitude, feelings of like and dislike, visual presentations of pretty or ugly pending on individual’s judgement standards. Ethical problems in Taiwan may not be the same as that in Malaysia as the two countries differs in system of education and social integration. Taking religious problems which is substantial sensitive cultural competence in Malaysia where it follows the codes for the ACA and ASCA places the client interests first, then school and parents that may never exist in Taiwan. Multicultural aspects in Malaysia is current important issues and getting serious attention on adults’ development in Taiwan. Keywords: ethics, cognitive, multicultural

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The purpose of this study is to determine the ethical dilemmas experiencing by the counsellors who work at different conditions and what they do to solve these dilemmas as well as the obstacles they have to deal with while resolving the dilemmas. This is a qualitative study in which multi-state pattern was used. For this research, 40 counsellors were chosen using maximum diversity sampling method. When the findings are examined, it can be seen that psychological counsellors working a universities, schools and private psychological counselling centres experience ethical dilemmas related to “teaching environments”, “voluntarism” and “determination of service fee” respectively. The common ethical dilemmas experienced in all institutions were found out as “limitations to privacy”, “entering into multiple relations”, and “transfer of competences and values”. It has been found out that they try to resolve these dilemmas by “taking ethical rules into consideration”, “receiving help”, “engaging the counsellor in the process”, “conducting personal queries”, or “trying to stay in legal process”. The obstacles to resolution of dilemmas are determined as “political and institutional”, “lack of competence in resolution of ethical dilemmas” and “personal reasons”. These results have been discussed under the light of literature and suggestions have been provided.

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Professional school counselors are trained to modify, help and structure students' behaviour in relation with the social norms and values of society. The codes of ethics and the policies of counseling of a professional counselor must have an impact on the execution of any problems that arises in their professional field or workplace. It is certain/ true that everybody is born with emotions, attitudes, likes and dislikes in the world based on our judgments and standards. Use and misuse of the codes of ethics in Sierra Leone maybe different from that of other countries in the world as we differ in color, race and culture. When we take into account the codes of ethics, the client's interest must be put first above all else. Counseling as a helping profession and a therapeutic relationship is now gaining popularity and taking active part in the society and the world at large. Professional counselors in most parts of the world do not have age limit though there are limitation on experiences. In the local context, professional counselors are guided by professional code of ethics and policies. These code of ethics help to clarify areas of crossover of school counselor and social workers but there are some similarities as both are using the prescribed guidelines. Counseling is generally an area of offering professional help to resolve personal or psychological problems of an individual. Counseling is a profession and humanistic in nature and in character. The rigorous and professional training in guidance and counseling helps the individual to ensure the holistic development of the child. The main aim of the counseling process is to help the child to adjust well in life. Therefore it is imperative that the counselor possesses certain qualities, attributes and moral/ ethics to empower him /her to carry out the gigantic task. Counseling by its very nature is a relationship between a person with a psychological problem and a person who is trained, qualified, and knowledgeable and has the expertise to provide the required solutions. The counselor and client relationship usually involves a degree of intimacy that usually does not exist in other professional relationships.

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Counselling associations have developed reasonable comprehensive ethics and standards of practice. These ethical issues are an integral component of professional practice. In this light, the principles form a sound base for ethical decision-making. It is from this perspective that the counsellor should always be guided into decision-making based on the provided ethics. These ethical principles are very essential as they enlighten the counsellor on the expectations required of him/her and the consequences involved in case of malpractice. According to Patterson and Welfel, ethical codes inform professionals to what behaviours are ethical or unethical, ethical principles explain why behaviours have been so hobbled and include primary values shared by the profession and its reason for existence. In other words, these ethical issues are what make the person a practicing professional, and define professionalism in counselling. In this paper, the focus is on one ethical issue: the dual relationship in counselling.

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Career Counseling Resources: 10 Techniques for Your Sessions

We may turn to friends, family, and even colleagues for advice regarding our lack of career advancement or dissatisfaction regarding our current career path (Nathan & Hill, 2006).

Dedicated career counselors are available and provide professional advice on career decisions, coping with change, job searching, and identifying learning opportunities (Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017).

This article introduces resources to help career counselors provide the necessary career interventions to help clients find that path.

Before you continue, we thought you might like to download our three Strengths Exercises for free . These detailed, science-based exercises will help your clients realize their unique potential and create a life that feels energizing and authentic.

This Article Contains:

A look at career counseling sessions, 3 useful interventions & treatment plans, top 2 techniques and strategies to apply, 3 worksheets & relevant resources, 2 best activities for individuals & groups, our 3 favorite books on the topic, 3 apps to download today, positivepsychology.com’s helpful tools, a take-home message.

Clients engage career counselors for many reasons in a variety of situations. Each setting requires specialist support from the counselor and interventions appropriate to their clients’ needs, including (Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017):

Elementary school Helping children investigate the world of work and consider career choices based on their growing self-knowledge.
Middle and high school Assisting students in understanding the relationships between meaningful school work and later work choices, and making informed school choices that prepare them for possible occupations.
College Helping students understand the job market, assume personal responsibility for career choices, create an effective resume, and prepare for job interviews.
Community agency Assisting adults who wish to pursue alternate occupations by setting career goals and identifying forces that help or thwart change.

A practical career counseling example

In the following example, a corporation has engaged a career counselor to support mid-level managers facing lay-offs. The typical objectives and structure for career counseling sessions may look like the following (modified from Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017):

Summary of objectives

A summary of objectives for employees soon to be terminated may include helping them:

Recognize that the situation they face results from economic pressure rather than personal performance.
Accept that while the situation is upsetting, it is not catastrophic. New opportunities will arise.
Create an up-to-date resume that reflects their skills, abilities, and work history.
Practice and participate in mock interviews.
Find effective ways to identify job opportunities.
Develop a plan for transition.

Session plan

The following example session plan supports these objectives:

Session one Provide an opportunity for employees to talk about how they feel and express their anger and even grief regarding their job loss . Most likely, the session will be in a group setting, with management from the corporation invited to attend to offer timing and information regarding the forthcoming changes.
Session two The next session might be more structured and involve working with individuals or small groups to create a resume and receive feedback from the counselor. The aim is to capture who they are at their best, along with skills and experience gained through their career so far.
Session three This session might include an opportunity to learn effective interviewing skills, including role-play in a group setting on both sides of the interview. The session may also involve honing internet research skills to identify potential employers.
Session four The final session may focus on finding opportunities using the latest tools, along with agencies, networks, and direct applications. Sharing in a group setting can be particularly beneficial, but there may be some reluctance because of competition for new roles.

The overview above is one of many possible sets of intervention sessions. Each must be made individual and specific to the situation and client (both employer and employee).

Career counseling treatment plan

While career counseling should be specific and individual to the client, assessments and interventions typically include the following five stages (modified from Nathan & Hill, 2006):

Exploring: Who are they? Getting to know the client, including relevant past experiences and where they are now.
Clarifying: What do they want? Understanding the client’s hopes, dreams, and aspirations.
Identifying options: What are their options to move forward? Recognizing their options for working toward goals.
Identifying blockers: What stops them from moving forward? Recognizing what is stopping or could stop them from achieving their goals.
Action planning: What steps do they need to take? Defining and agreeing on the action steps that will help the client deliver on their career aspirations.

Each stage may take place over multiple sessions and should be revisited as new understandings and information arise.

Providing emotional support

Emotional support given to clients can help them feel like they matter and remain relevant to the workforce. However, this requires skill and good intention from the counselor to stay genuine and authentic (Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017).

The acronym PLEASE is a helpful aid and treatment plan for supporting clients (modified from Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017):

Protecting Ensure that the client receives all the counseling benefits and help to which they are entitled.
Listening Take time to listen actively to the client’s story and how they feel.
Enquiring Be naturally curious. Use questions and prompts to express interest in their story.
Acknowledging Greet and notice the client using verbal and nonverbal signals.
Supporting Encourage and praise their efforts. Be positive and provide helpful feedback.
Exchanging Share information about yourself and your own career path, if appropriate.

Dialogue should remain flexible and not prescribed. The aim is to support the client and ensure they feel they matter.

Forming a picture of the client

While there are several approaches to career counseling , the counselor usually begins by forming a picture of the client’s self-observations and career beliefs. The counselor develops an understanding based on the following (modified from Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017):

How does the client describe themselves? This may include racial-ethnic identity, health and physical status, family situation, educational background, etc.
How does the client feel about the process of career development or career change? For example, what goals do they or their family have for themselves?
Are the client’s beliefs helpful (functional) or unhelpful (dysfunctional)?
Which learning experiences have been formative in their career development? It is helpful to be aware of and understand previous roles, past successes, and role models.

Early sessions in career counseling should center around understanding the client’s current situation, background, and future aspirations.

The following two techniques are powerful approaches to narrow down where the client is and what they want from their career.

FIRST framework

Career counseling techniques are “more effective when they are in line with the client’s developmental stage” (Kidd, 2014, p. 22).

The framework that follows the acronym FIRST (focus, information, realism, scope, and tactics) is a helpful and practical tool for understanding the client’s existing developmental stage.

Use the FIRST Framework Questions worksheet to ask the client a series of career counseling questions to understand where they are in their career thinking; for example (modified from Kidd, 2014):

Focus How far have you narrowed down your career options?
Information How well informed are you about the career options you have in mind?
Realism How realistic are you regarding your abilities and the external constraints (for example, the job market)?
Scope How aware are you of the range of options available to you?
Tactics How far have you worked out the practical steps to reach your career objectives?

The counselor assesses the answers to understand how far the client is along the path to a new career decision.

Career ‘wants’

While subjective assessments may not fully capture the skill sets and expertise of clients, they help clarify their wants and needs for current and future roles (Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017).

The Assessment of Life and Career ‘Wants’ worksheet contains five questions that help clients connect their sense of purpose to the career they wish to pursue.

The answers are valuable for considering how their existing or future career plans meet their needs and wants.

Career counseling evaluation

Evaluation sheets are crucial for understanding whether clients’ needs are being met and how to improve future interventions.

Provide the client with the Career Counseling Evaluation worksheet, then review and collate the answers to identify how to improve the support provided.

Satisfying achievements at work

Focusing on achievements is a positive way of raising self-esteem and identifying counseling skills that may be useful later in someone’s career (Nathan & Hill, 2006).

The Satisfying Achievements at Work exercise identifies key accomplishments, what was important about each one, and the skills and qualities involved (modified from Nathan & Hill, 2006).

The answers help the client and guide the counselor’s interventions to identify skills and qualities they may wish to use in future roles.

Returning to Work Checklist

If the client has been out of the working environment for some time, perhaps with parental responsibilities or long-term sickness, a return to the workforce may prompt concerns regarding a lack of skills or relevant strengths (Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017).

Use the Returning to Work Checklist to remind clients of their many strengths and transferable skills from previous employment or in response to their duties outside.

Every person brings with them skills and strengths. The exercise above helps to remind the individual that these skills and strengths may have been developed or practiced outside the workplace.

There are typically four stages to group career counseling (modified from Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017):

Opening The group members first meet and receive an overview of the program from the counselor.
Investigation Discussion of issues and points concerning the groups’ purpose.
Working Identifying, processing, and synthesizing actions required for career development.
Decision/Operational Members take actions and support one another.

Most counselors recognize group counseling as an efficient and valuable method of service delivery (Niles & Harris-Bowlsbey, 2017).

The following two activities can be helpful for individuals and groups.

Narrative therapy questioning

Narrative therapy can work well in a group or individual setting. For example, answers to the following prompts regarding key events in a client’s life can indicate dominant themes that impact the present (modified from Kidd, 2014):

Name a high point.
Name a low point.
Name a turning point.
What is your earliest memory?
Describe an important childhood memory (positive or negative).
Describe an important adolescent memory (positive or negative).
Describe an important adult memory (positive or negative).
Describe another important memory (positive or negative).

Understanding a client’s narrative can help the counselor make more informed decisions regarding future interventions.

Career Action Plan

Action plans are valuable for turning abstract wishes into concrete goals.

The Career Action Plan worksheet helps users capture goals, turning them into a series of action steps, and commit to work toward them.

Use the worksheet with the client or group within a session, discussing the importance of goals when seeking to progress or change a career (modified from Nathan & Hill, 2006).

There are many counseling books available that explore the techniques involved in career counseling; we’ve included three of our favorites below.

1. Understanding Career Counselling: Theory, Research and Practice – Jennifer Kidd

This practical and accessible book takes the reader through the theory, research, and practice of career guidance and career counseling.

Jennifer Kidd’s text provides an invaluable resource for established practitioners and those new to this and related fields.

Find the book on Amazon .

2. Career Development Interventions – Spencer Niles and JoAnn Harris-Bowlsbey

This comprehensive book on modern career development includes theories, assessments, resources, and planning tools to use with clients.

The text includes up-to-date coverage of technologies to help practitioners and clients, including social media for job seeking and to assist the interview process.

3. Career Counselling (Therapy in Practice) – Robert Nathan and Linda Hill

This powerful book looks at the practicalities of deciding on and securing a new career and the importance of working with and supporting client feelings.

This practical guide explores all the issues typically brought to career counseling sessions, along with many others that are less common.

While not purely related to career counseling, the following apps provide valuable tools for promoting career learning, job searching, and securing new work opportunities:

1. LinkedIn

This business-related social network is an excellent resource for the latest industry updates in your chosen field, as well as for finding new and existing connections and opportunities to support you in your search for a new career.

Find the app in the Google Play Store . Find the app in the Apple App Store .

While hosting a vast job board, Monster also offers tips, tools, and coaching to assist job hunters in preparing for interviews. Along with a clear indication of salaries, this app allows users to upload resumes and pictures through their dedicated portal.

3. Glassdoor

Not just a powerful app for searching for your next job, Glassdoor provides company reviews, interview tips, and salary insights.

Other highly valued features include interview reviews, interview questions , and expert tips on applying for and landing your next job.

We have many tools, worksheets, and exercises available to support you or your client on future career moves and building their role profile.

Why not download our free goal-setting tool pack and try out the powerful tools contained within to help your clients achieve their career aspirations? Here are some example exercises from the tool pack:

Goal Visualization Try out this powerful mental imagery exercise to imagine your future success.
Realizing Long-Lasting Change by Setting Process Goals Setting process goals can lead to the formation of a habit that can culminate in career change.

Other free resources include:

Workplace Strength Cards Use these cards to help identify the strengths that apply to a workplace.
Strengthening Ikigai in the Workplace Use these four crucial questions and the wisdom of ikigai to improve where you work.

More extensive versions of the following tools are available with a subscription to the Positive Psychology Toolkit© , but they are described briefly below:

Strengths-Based Resume Build a resume that captures the strengths and experiences that contribute to or enhance your performance and wellbeing using the following steps:

Step one – Map strengths to the job requirements. Step two – Write an employment history. Step three – Add strengths to the employment history. Step four – Ask someone to perform a review.

The Freelancer Approach Learn how to step away from a passive relationship with your workplace toward a more active one, helping you target the right jobs and employers.

Imagine running your own business and reflect on the following questions:

How would you behave at work each day if you were self-employed?
What type of work would you do?
How would you approach your role?
How would you treat your colleagues?

17 Strengths-Finding Exercises If you’re looking for more science-based ways to help others develop their strengths, check out this collection of 17 strengths-finding tools for practitioners . Use them to help others better understand and harness their strengths in life-enhancing ways.

Our careers and how we see ourselves are crucial aspects of our physical and mental wellbeing, providing purpose and meaning in our daily lives.

Career counseling aims to help people achieve their potential and be more satisfied and successful in their work. As such, it remains specific to the individual’s situation, needs, and wants, with no single career path that suits everyone (Nathan & Hill, 2006).

By understanding past successes and achievements, reflecting on where the client is now, and evaluating their career aspirations, it is possible to formulate a plan for what success looks like for them.

Career counseling can also help clients accept that change is often outside their control and not a result of failing performance. Once recognized, the client can identify skills and qualities they wish to use in a future workplace and craft their career journey accordingly.

These techniques, counseling activities , and worksheets help career counselors work with their clients to change or develop a career according to their needs and wishes.

We hope you enjoyed reading this article. Don’t forget to download our three Strengths Exercises for free .

Kidd, J. M. (2014). Understanding career counselling: Theory, research and practice . SAGE.
Nathan, R., & Hill, L. A. (2006). Career counselling (2nd ed.). SAGE.
Niles, S. G., & Harris-Bowlsbey, J. (2017). Career development interventions (5th ed.). Pearson.

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If you are passionate about helping people find their career paths and achieve their professional goals, a career in counseling may be a great fit for you. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover everything you need to know about becoming a career counselor, including the importance of career counseling, job responsibilities, required qualifications and education, essential skills, and how to launch your own private practice.

The Importance of Career Counseling in Today's Job Market

In today's highly competitive job market, career counseling has become a crucial asset for individuals seeking professional guidance in their career paths. A career counselor helps clients identify their strengths, interests, and values to make informed career choices and develop strategies to achieve their career goals. Career counseling provides valuable support for job seekers of all ages and backgrounds, including high school and college students, recent graduates, mid-career professionals, and individuals transitioning between careers.

One of the key benefits of career counseling is that it helps individuals explore a wide range of career options that they may not have considered before. A career counselor can provide insights into different industries, job roles, and career paths, and help clients understand the skills and qualifications required for each option. This can be particularly helpful for individuals who are unsure about their career goals or are considering a career change.

Another important aspect of career counseling is that it can help individuals develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in their chosen careers. Career counselors can provide guidance on job search strategies, resume writing, interview skills, and networking, as well as offer support and encouragement throughout the job search process. This can be especially valuable for individuals who are facing challenges such as unemployment, underemployment, or discrimination in the job market.

What Does a Career Counselor Do? A Detailed Overview

Career counselors provide a wide range of services aimed at helping clients achieve their career goals. They conduct career assessments to identify strengths, interests, and values, and provide guidance on job search strategies, resume writing, and interview techniques. Career counselors also assist clients in developing career plans, making educational and training decisions, and providing referrals to resources such as job boards and professional associations. Additionally, career counselors often work with clients to address any personal or emotional issues that may interfere with career success.

One important aspect of a career counselor's job is to stay up-to-date on industry trends and job market changes. This allows them to provide clients with the most relevant and accurate information about potential career paths and job opportunities. Career counselors may attend conferences, network with professionals in various industries, and conduct research to ensure they are providing the best possible guidance to their clients. By staying informed and knowledgeable, career counselors can help their clients make informed decisions about their career paths and achieve their goals.

Qualifications and Education Required to Become a Career Counselor

Most career counseling positions require at least a master's degree in counseling or a related field, along with licensure or certification. Coursework in counseling programs typically includes psychology, human development, counseling theories, and career development. In addition, many states require licensure, which usually involves supervised clinical experience and passing an exam.

It is also important for career counselors to have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as they will be working closely with clients to help them navigate their career paths. They should be able to listen actively, ask probing questions, and provide guidance and support in a non-judgmental manner.

Continuing education is also important for career counselors, as they need to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the job market. This may involve attending conferences, workshops, or taking additional courses to expand their knowledge and skills.

Essential Skills for a Successful Career in Counseling

To be a successful career counselor, you must possess a variety of skills and traits, including excellent communication, listening, and problem-solving skills. Other essential skills include empathy, creativity, and strong computer skills. A solid understanding of employment and labor laws, job markets, and industries can also be beneficial.

Another important skill for a successful career counselor is the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients. This involves being able to establish trust and rapport with clients, as well as being able to provide them with ongoing support and guidance throughout their career journey.

In addition, a successful career counselor must also be able to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in their field. This may involve attending conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities, as well as staying informed about changes in the job market and industry trends.

Steps to Becoming a Licensed Career Counselor: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you are interested in becoming a licensed career counselor, the following steps can guide you through the process:

Complete a bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field.
Earn a master's degree in counseling or another related field.
Gain supervised experience by completing an internship or residency program.
Obtain professional counseling licensure by passing an exam and fulfilling other state-specific requirements.

Once you have obtained your professional counseling licensure, you can begin to specialize in career counseling. This may involve taking additional courses or workshops to gain expertise in areas such as job search strategies, resume writing, and interviewing skills.

As a licensed career counselor, you may work in a variety of settings, including schools, colleges, and universities, as well as private practice. You may also work with individuals at different stages of their careers, from recent graduates to mid-career professionals looking to make a change.

Finding the Right Accredited Program for Your Career Counseling Degree

When choosing a degree program, it is essential to ensure the institution is accredited by a recognized accrediting agency. Accreditation ensures that the institution and degree program meet nationally recognized standards of educational excellence. Accreditation also increases the likelihood of acceptance into a professional association or certification program.

The Benefits of Obtaining Professional Certification in Career Counseling

Professional certification in career counseling demonstrates a commitment to the field and can offer a competitive edge. Certification requirements vary by association but typically involve completing additional coursework and passing a certification exam. Additionally, certified career counselors must adhere to ethical and professional standards as set forth by the certification board.

Tips for Building Your Professional Network as a Career Counselor

Networking is essential to build and maintain relationships with other professionals in the field. Attending conferences, joining professional organizations, and participating in mentorship programs offer opportunities to connect with other career counselors, learn about the latest industry trends, and discuss industry challenges.

Understanding the Job Outlook and Salary Potential for Career Counselors

The job growth outlook for career counselors is expected to be strong, with a projected job growth rate of 8% over the next ten years. The median annual salary for career counselors was $58,120, as of May 2020, with the top 10% earning more than $93,810 per year.

Common Challenges Faced by Career Counselors and How to Overcome Them

Career counselors may face several common challenges, including managing heavy workloads, balancing client needs with administrative tasks, and dealing with challenging clients. Overcoming these challenges requires strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and a focus on self-care. It is also essential to practice active listening, empathy, and effective communication to build strong relationships with clients.

Best Practices for Building Meaningful Relationships with Clients as a Career Counselor

Building strong relationships with clients is essential to success as a career counselor. Some essential best practices include active listening, empathy, and providing accurate and honest feedback. It is also essential to establish boundaries and clearly communicate expectations, including session times and session limits. Finally, it is important to follow ethical and professional standards to maintain trust with clients and preserve the integrity of the profession.

The Role of Technology in Modern Career Counseling

New technologies are continually emerging, transforming the way career counseling services are delivered. Online career counseling, virtual reality career simulations, and career assessment tools are becoming increasingly common. These technologies offer benefits such as increased accessibility and convenience for clients, but they also require specialized training and an understanding of ethical and legal issues surrounding the use of technology in counseling.

How to Launch Your Own Private Practice as a Career Counselor

Launching a private practice as a career counselor requires careful planning, including developing a business plan, securing funding, obtaining necessary certifications and licenses, and marketing the practice to potential clients. It is also essential to develop strong relationships with other professionals in the field and build a referral network. Joining professional organizations and attending industry events can offer networking opportunities and help establish credibility in the field.

Resources and Tools Every Aspiring Career Counselor Should Know About

There are several valuable resources and tools available to aspiring career counselors, including professional associations such as the National Career Development Association and the American Counseling Association. These associations offer training and certification programs, conferences, and networking opportunities. Other essential tools and resources include career assessment tools, counseling software, and continuing education programs.

In conclusion, becoming a career counselor is a rewarding and challenging career path that requires a strong commitment to professional development and ongoing learning. With the right education, skills, and experience, a career in counseling can offer opportunities to help others achieve their dreams and become successful in their careers.

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INTRODUCTION The nature of employment has changed due to the evolvement of the economy, decreasing raw resources, free trade, downsizing, re-engineering, growth of information technology and globalisation (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2007). The changing career patterns indicate that individuals can expect to hold various careers throughout their lives. The need for career counselling grew due to the various career transactions an individual goes through. This paper will first define career counselling then discuss the purpose and outcomes of career counselling’. DEFINITIONS Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs (2007) state that career counselling is about empowering clients with choices regarding their lives and careers. mentions that career counselling is a one on one interaction between the practitioner and the client involving the use of psychological theory and communication skills. The key focus is to helping the client make career related decisions and deal with career related issues. Stead and Watson (2006, p.81) define career counselling as a ‘service provided to a single group of clients who came seeking assistance with career choices or career adjustment problems’. Maree and Beck (2004) say career counselling is a process of helping a person to develop and accept an incorporated and sufficient picture of them self and of their role in the world of work. THE PURPOSE AND OUTCOMES OF CAREER COUNSELLING

The career counselling process is a verbal process in which a trained career counsellor and client are in a mutual relationship, focused on utilising on the clients strengths and resources to make important career related decisions and manage career related issues (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012).The counsellor uses a collection of diverse methods and techniques to help the client make an informed decision on career choice. This decision can only be made once the client has reached a point of self understanding and understanding the career concerns involved as well as behavioural options available (Maree, 2004). Career counselling deals with problems involving the clients work, career, life and roles. The questions clients seek help for regard how clits view the current social, occupational expectations and opportunities for career choice. Career counsellors assist clients in analyzing expectations and opportunities and guide clients to take action and ease the anxiety and reluctance related with personal work life experiences(Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs,2012).Career counsellors should provide a person with the ability to understand and explain the what, why, how their overall life and career development tasks, challenges and the career goals they may have or the problems they may face is important especially in a complex society and disorderly workplace(Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs,2012). Individuals develop a sense of identity and importance through their careers, therefore counsellors should view clients in a comprehensive manner by approaching career and lifestyle planning in a personal and developmental way. An effective career counselling process helps people to (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012): ‘ Discover their passion identify ones life purpose and to build a game plan for life ‘ Understand how to apply ones unique skills, talents, values inner resources and life experience to achieve goals ‘ Identify and change discouraging beliefs about themselves and others ‘ Add value to the workplace and individual they interact with ‘ Strengthen valued relationships by learning how to deal with their own and others emotions by looking at things in a different perspective ‘ Remove the barriers to their own creativity and innovation and embrace new challenges and opportunities ‘ Resolve career crisis as well as to take charge of their own career development ‘ Deal with things in an emotionally intelligent way such as life events and transitions ‘ Work life balance and deals with potential stressors and conflict situations in an emotionally creative Career counselling outcomes indicate changes that occur either directly or indirectly as a result of career counselling measured in terms of instant effects for example, the client’s response to specific career interventions and intermediate effects for example, changes that occurs as a result of the entire career counselling intervention (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012). The objective of the career counselling process is to improve the career maturity and career self efficacy of clients so that they are self assured in making a choice that will bring fulfilment. This requires the career counsellor facilitate career maturity, career adaptability, and career resiliency as significant career psychological resources (Maree, 2004). The counsellor will be required to guide the client to develop their emotional intelligence to promote self confidence, career adaptability, career resiliency and a sense of self efficacy in handling career transitions, breaks, unemployment or underemployment. Career counselling outcomes also include relearning and new learning, simply clients may have to unlearn messages about their ability to achieve in a particular field or their decision making abilities (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012). They will have to relearn who they really are , before they compromise of life and restrict their career path they may for example, need to relearn their love for science .They many also relearn old lessons such as they are responsible for their own happiness even when others try to make decisions for them. THE ROLE OF THE CAREER COUNSELLOR IN THE WORK PLACE

THE CAREER CHOICE THEORY JOHN HOLLAND Holland’s theory describes how individuals merge with their environment and how individual and environmental characteristics result in career choices and adjustment. The theory deals with particular personality types and environmental models and explores the interaction and fit between person and environment (Stead & Watson, 2006). In this sense the theory makes it possible to explain the interaction between the environment and personality and the behaviour that emerges as a result of this interaction. Individuals are drawn to a specific personality role demand of an occupational environment that meets their personal need for using their skills and abilities and expressing their attitudes and values which will provide them with fulfilment( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). Holland mentions that by late adolescences people will resemble a combination of vocational personality/interest types .The personality types are R Realistic type Investigative type I Artistic type A Social type S Enterprising type E Conventional type C. Holland s six personality types and six environment types exist parallel to each other forming a hexagon reflecting the traits of the respective individual. So, for example the Artistic types have a closes relationship with the Social type. The theory states that most people resemble more than one and in some cases all the types in some degree. An individual’s personality is a unique combination of the all the different types Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs (2007). The closer and individuals resembles a certain type the more they display the traits and behaviours of that type. The types consistently show characteristic ranges of behaviour, patterns of likes and dislikes, specific values and particular self descriptions. Career and occupational environments can be characterised by the resemblance and support of the six personality types. Holland’s theory demonstrates four constructs which are helpful in career counselling process: ‘ Congruence refers to the correspondents between a personality type and the environment .The more similar the personality type is to the environment the more congruent the relationship. Individuals respond better to environments which match with their personalities these environments provide them with opportunities and best fulfil their needs. For example, an artistic type would fit better in an artistic environment. High congruency may lead to high job satisfaction Stead and Watson (2006. ‘ Differentiation some individuals or environments show greater compatibility to a single type for example only artistic is differentiated. An individual or environment that shows different types of the same degree for example, one is more or less equally artistic , investigative and enterprising is undifferentiated ‘ Consistency refers to the degree to which some types and environments have more in common than other types and environment. Types on opposite corners of the hexagon are opposites while those adjacent are similar. For example, the realistic, investigative types have more in common with the than the realistic social types. ‘ Identity refers to the degree to which an individual has a clear stable current and future picture of their goals. The Holland system is a popular model should a counsellor consider using this system they should consider the following : ‘ Holland’s theory is not only meant for psychologist the theory can be applied by teacher’s personnel workers human resources mangers and career exhibition organisers. ‘ The theory is not restricted to one on one counselling only. Holland’s mentions that career assistant actions can be in a broader context. Holland’s theory is useful to clients because it helps to incorporate occupational information into the counselling process by providing a theoretical frame work of possible occupations for clients. THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT THEORY OF DONALD SUPER Supers theory is associated with the developmental approach to careers. Super believed that an individual’s career choice is the result of his/her self concept. One’s self concept can be described as ones view of their own personal characteristics for example their ones abilities, values, interests, and choices. Self concept develops through an individual’s interaction with the environment, in which the individual develops concepts of themselves in certain roles, such as a student, worker, friend or family member. The degree to which an individual feel they can apply his/hers self concept through their work choices, influences the level of satisfaction in a specific occupational environment( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). One of Supers major focuses is the concept of life roles and represents the realisation that work role may not be the main role in an individual’s life space. The work role needs to be understood in terms of the context of all the life roles of and individual. Role playing begins at childhood when roles such as nurse ,sales person and teacher are acted out and it continues in adulthood when individuals imagine themselves in the role for example of a CEO, manager. Role playing is functional whether it is in fantasy or reality, or in a work or non work related situation it will contribute to career adjustment. The importance of any life role will rely upon the individual’s life stage( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). An individual will go through a series of life stages called mini cycles and maxi cycle, each requiring the accomplishment of different career developmental tasks. The career related stages are referred to as mini cycles while the adult life stages are referred to as the maxi cycle’s .Career adjustment is related to career maturity which includes behaviours that are favourable to adjustment. Career maturity is not age related but measures the readiness to make career decisions and to cope with the developmental tasks of distinct life stages. The success of a transition between the five life stages depends on the individual’s career maturity. Career maturity is the decision making ability; career planning and understanding of the world of work .A career counsellor can assess an individual’s career maturity by evaluating the individual’s decision making skills, planning ability, realistic self appraisal, client’s knowledge of developmental tasks and occupations. As adults move in to the establishment phase of their lives and careers they need a high level of career maturity and a need to develop career adaptability to continue being employed in the changing world of work ( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). This theory can be useful to career counsellors in considering the possibility of age related issues being relevant to clients. Career counsellors should also note how an individuals values have changed during the life stages.

APPLYING CAREER THEORIES TO CAREER COUNSELLING One reason for studying career theories is to develop a framework that counsellors can use to guide the interventions with clients .Each career theory offers a tested approach to understanding and helping clients with career problems and issues. Each theory provides the counsellor with a guide to particular aspects of career development and decisions making process( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). If a counsellor uses one theory or more is a personal decision, there is no appropriate number of theories that can be used. It is often suggested that counsellors choose from different approaches to select the most appropriate approach for the unique needs of the client. It is important for career counsellors to note that not all theories will be equally applicable to all populations. Each career counselling approach should focus on what will develop the client’s career, personal growth and enhance their career adaptability in the world of work. The Diagnostic Framework of Career Services assists career counsellors as a guide to their choices of careers services and the most appropriate career theories to use as a framework in understanding career needs and concerns( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007).

CONCLUSION INTRODUCTION The nature of employment has changed due to the evolvement of the economy, decreasing raw resources, free trade, downsizing, re-engineering, growth of information technology and globalisation (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2007). The changing career patterns indicate that individuals can expect to hold various careers throughout their lives. The need for career counselling grew due to the various career transactions an individual goes through. This paper will first define career counselling then discuss the purpose and outcomes of career counselling’. DEFINITIONS Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs (2007) state that career counselling is about empowering clients with choices regarding their lives and careers. Maree (2010) mentions that career counselling is a one on one interaction between the practitioner and the client involving the use of psychological theory and communication skills. The key focus is to helping the client make career related decisions and deal with career related issues. Stead and Watson (2006, p.81) define career counselling as a ‘service provided to a single group of clients who came seeking assistance with career choices or career adjustment problems’. Maree and Beck (2004) say career counselling is a process of helping a person to develop and accept an incorporated and sufficient picture of them self and of their role in the world of work. THE PURPOSE AND OUTCOMES OF CAREER COUNSELLING The career counselling process is a verbal process in which a trained career counsellor and client are in a mutual relationship, focused on utilising on the clients strengths and resources to make important career related decisions and manage career related issues (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012).The counsellor uses a collection of diverse methods and techniques to help the client make an informed decision on career choice. This decision can only be made once the client has reached a point of self understanding and understanding the career concerns involved as well as behavioural options available (Maree, 2004). Career counselling deals with problems involving the clients work, career, life and roles. The questions clients seek help for regard how clients view the current social, occupational expectations and opportunities for career choice. Career counsellors assist clients in analyzing expectations and opportunities and guide clients to take action and ease the anxiety and reluctance related with personal work life experiences(Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs,2012).Career counsellors should provide a person with the ability to understand and explain the what, why, how their overall life and career development tasks, challenges and the career goals they may have or the problems they may face is important especially in a complex society and disorderly workplace(Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs,2012). Individuals develop a sense of identity and importance through their careers, therefore counsellors should view clients in a comprehensive manner by approaching career and lifestyle planning in a personal and developmental way. An effective career counselling process helps people to (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012): Discover their passion identify ones life purpose and to build a game plan for life Understand how to apply ones unique skills, talents, values inner resources and life experience to achieve goals Identify and change discouraging beliefs about themselves and others Add value to the workplace and individual they interact with Strengthen valued relationships by learning how to deal with their own and others emotions by looking at things in a different perspective Remove the barriers to their own creativity and innovation and embrace new challenges and opportunities Resolve career crisis as well as to take charge of their own career development Deal with things in an emotionally intelligent way such as life events and transitions Work life balance and deals with potential stressors and conflict situations in an emotionally creative Career counselling outcomes indicate changes that occur either directly or indirectly as a result of career counselling measured in terms of instant effects for example, the client’s response to specific career interventions and intermediate effects for example, changes that occurs as a result of the entire career counselling intervention (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012). The objective of the career counselling process is to improve the career maturity and career self efficacy of clients so that they are self assured in making a choice that will bring fulfilment. This requires the career counsellor facilitate career maturity, career adaptability, and career resiliency as significant career psychological resources (Maree, 2004). The counsellor will be required to guide the client to develop their emotional intelligence to promote self confidence, career adaptability, career resiliency and a sense of self efficacy in handling career transitions, breaks, unemployment or underemployment. Career counselling outcomes also include relearning and new learning, simply clients may have to unlearn messages about their ability to achieve in a particular field or their decision making abilities (Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs, 2012). They will have to relearn who they really are , before they compromise of life and restrict their career path they may for example, need to relearn their love for science .They many also relearn old lessons such as they are responsible for their own happiness even when others try to make decisions for them.

THE ROLE OF THE CAREER COUNSELLOR IN THE WORK PLACE

THE CAREER CHOICE THEORY JOHN HOLLAND Holland’s theory describes how individuals merge with their environment and how individual and environmental characteristics result in career choices and adjustment. The theory deals with particular personality types and environmental models and explores the interaction and fit between person and environment (Stead & Watson, 2006). In this sense the theory makes it possible to explain the interaction between the environment and personality and the behaviour that emerges as a result of this interaction. Individuals are drawn to a specific personality role demand of an occupational environment that meets their personal need for using their skills and abilities and expressing their attitudes and values which will provide them with fulfilment( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). Holland mentions that by late adolescences people will resemble a combination of vocational personality/interest types .The personality types are R Realistic type Investigative type I Artistic type A Social type S Enterprising type E Conventional type C. Holland s six personality types and six environment types exist parallel to each other forming a hexagon reflecting the traits of the respective individual. So, for example the Artistic types have a closes relationship with the Social type. The theory states that most people resemble more than one and in some cases all the types in some degree. An individual’s personality is a unique combination of the all the different types Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs (2007). The closer and individuals resembles a certain type the more they display the traits and behaviours of that type. The types consistently show characteristic ranges of behaviour, patterns of likes and dislikes, specific values and particular self descriptions. Career and occupational environments can be characterised by the resemblance and support of the six personality types. Holland’s theory demonstrates four constructs which are helpful in career counselling process: Congruence refers to the correspondents between a personality type and the environment .The more similar the personality type is to the environment the more congruent the relationship. Individuals respond better to environments which match with their personalities these environments provide them with opportunities and best fulfil their needs. For example, an artistic type would fit better in an artistic environment. High congruency may lead to high job satisfaction Stead and Watson (2006. Differentiation some individuals or environments show greater compatibility to a single type for example only artistic is differentiated. An individual or environment that shows different types of the same degree for example, one is more or less equally artistic , investigative and enterprising is undifferentiated Consistency refers to the degree to which some types and environments have more in common than other types and environment. Types on opposite corners of the hexagon are opposites while those adjacent are similar. For example, the realistic, investigative types have more in common with the than the realistic social types. Identity refers to the degree to which an individual has a clear stable current and future picture of their goals. The Holland system is a popular model should a counsellor consider using this system they should consider the following : Holland’s theory is not only meant for psychologist the theory can be applied by teacher’s personnel workers human resources mangers and career exhibition organisers. The theory is not restricted to one on one counselling only. Holland’s mentions that career assistant actions can be in a broader context. Holland’s theory is useful to clients because it helps to incorporate occupational information into the counselling process by providing a theoretical frame work of possible occupations for clients. THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT THEORY OF DONALD SUPER Supers theory is associated with the developmental approach to careers. Super believed that an individual’s career choice is the result of his/her self concept. One’s self concept can be described as ones view of their own personal characteristics for example their ones abilities, values, interests, and choices. Self concept develops through an individual’s interaction with the environment, in which the individual develops concepts of themselves in certain roles, such as a student, worker, friend or family member. The degree to which an individual feel they can apply his/hers self concept through their work choices, influences the level of satisfaction in a specific occupational environment( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). One of Supers major focuses is the concept of life roles and represents the realisation that work role may not be the main role in an individual’s life space. The work role needs to be understood in terms of the context of all the life roles of and individual. Role playing begins at childhood when roles such as nurse ,sales person and teacher are acted out and it continues in adulthood when individuals imagine themselves in the role for example of a CEO, manager. Role playing is functional whether it is in fantasy or reality, or in a work or non work related situation it will contribute to career adjustment. The importance of any life role will rely upon the individual’s life stage( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). An individual will go through a series of life stages called mini cycles and maxi cycle, each requiring the accomplishment of different career developmental tasks. The career related stages are referred to as mini cycles while the adult life stages are referred to as the maxi cycle’s .Career adjustment is related to career maturity which includes behaviours that are favourable to adjustment. Career maturity is not age related but measures the readiness to make career decisions and to cope with the developmental tasks of distinct life stages. The success of a transition between the five life stages depends on the individual’s career maturity. Career maturity is the decision making ability; career planning and understanding of the world of work .A career counsellor can assess an individual’s career maturity by evaluating the individual’s decision making skills, planning ability, realistic self appraisal, client’s knowledge of developmental tasks and occupations. As adults move in to the establishment phase of their lives and careers they need a high level of career maturity and a need to develop career adaptability to continue being employed in the changing world of work ( Coetzee & Roythrone- Jacobs 2007). This theory can be useful to career counsellors in considering the possibility of age related issues being relevant to clients.Career counsellors should also note how an individuals values have changed during the life stages.

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Description of specific program, organization, implementation, needs of people from diverse populations.

The selected program specializes in providing career counseling to students from high school (9-12 grades). This program aims to help students understand their needs, wants, and demands and select a career path that complies with their preferences, skills, and cultural background. This information is delivered during group and individual meetings. The management of the program highly prioritizes diversity principles, and it is a critical rationale for applying an individualized approach to achieve the desired results and avoid misunderstandings.

To ensure the successful implementation of the program, it is essential to convince students from different cultural groups to participate in the process by clearly stating that an individual approach will be applied. In turn, it is vital to indicate that the program will also discuss the role of diversity and globalization in different industries and help select the most suitable career path, as these aspects may define one’s future. Describing these benefits will assist in avoiding confrontation and will encourage students to participate in this program.

As for the process, a career counselor will conduct an evaluation of skills, career assessment results, and preferences of students. These procedures will help define potential career paths while considering diverse cultural backgrounds, as there is a clear connection between family values, culture, and one’s behavior. This matter complies with the principles of social learning and psychodynamic models. A child learns from the actions of his/her parents and reflects these behavioral patterns in his/her life in subsequent years and adulthood. This procedure helps avoid intercultural conflicts that may incur due to the lack of knowledge about the cultural specifics while using stereotypes may also be offensive.

In turn, psychologists (two specialists) will conduct various assessments to evaluate individual traits of students and resolve different interpersonal and ethnic conflicts associated with cultural differences such as opinions about the role of a woman in society and the appropriateness of a particular gesture in a conversation. Alternatively, to expand the students’ horizons about the working environment and underline the importance of diversity, guest speakers such as managers of different companies will be invited. As for physical facilities, available school properties and student counselor’s office will be used.

Apart from hiring professionals and purchasing software, it is necessary to develop a sufficient action plan. During the first meeting, establishing a trusting relationship with a student while revealing his/her culture’s specifics is a priority. The subsequent stage implies conducting various assessments with the assistance of psychologists (five hours). Two or three meetings will be organized to discuss the evaluations’ results and reveal individual concerns about the possibility of choosing a particular profession. After these meetings, a career counselor and psychologists will determine a connection between cultural dogmas or socioeconomic status and the student’s threats. This information will be used to develop a career plan, goals, and steps that comply with one’s cultural background. These matters and subsequent stages will be discussed during one or two individual sessions, and progress will be monitored in the long-term. In this case, diversity underlines the need to introduce these steps, as taking into account cultural specifics will help avoid conflicts and misunderstandings due to the differences in backgrounds.

Along with the individual sessions mentioned above, it is possible that assessment can be conducted in groups to increase the process’s speed. Furthermore, the counselor will also organize different lectures about the labor market’s specifics and the importance of diversity in large groups to encourage discussion between representatives of diverse cultures. These activities will take place twice a month. Simultaneously, meetings with industry professionals will also be organized in groups, and it is expected that these lectures will occur once a month. At the end of the program, the students will be required to fill in the questionnaires or provide oral feedback about the counseling’s effectiveness.

As it was mentioned earlier, counseling will include both group and individual meetings. In this instance, personal sessions will help develop career plans that comply with one’s cultural environment. At the same time, the group lectures will be organized to offer information about the labor market and have discussions with industry professionals. It could be said that using this blend of models will support diversity in high school and inform students about new trends. The provided services will include individual counseling, career assessment, and discussion platforms with professionals.

The organization of the program described in the previous section complies with the theory introduced by Fouad and Bingham that underlines the need to take into account cultural specifics when counseling. This model supports the idea of diversity since it focuses not only on individual preferences but also determines a connection between cultural values and dogmas, one’s concerns, and a suitable career plan. To unveil additional details about the past of the students and its impact on the decision-making process, it is reasonable to apply the concept of psychodynamic theory at the same time. This model will be actively reflected during various assessments and evaluations conducted by counselors and psychologists.

As for counseling approaches, to support the components mentioned above, the professional must discover spheres of influence related to one’s culture, values, family, and socioeconomic status. Clarifying and encouraging a student to express his/her expectations and ideas will help develop a program that considers cultural background, preferences, and needs. Overall, a combination of these strategies will not only support diversity but also will help avoid intercultural conflicts and discomfort.

At the end of the program, it is necessary to collect feedback with the help of questionnaires or interviews. The open-ended questions will focus on the program’s effectiveness, cultural orientation, and appropriateness of an individualized approach. Nonetheless, this type of evaluation might not be sufficient to determine whether the program was successful. Consequently, statistical information could be considered as an additional instrument. It would reflect the number of participants who could pursue the most suitable career path, develop their skills, and find a job in a particular sphere in subsequent years.

It remains apparent that this program will help resolve different multicultural issues related to the lack of understanding of the cultural specifics and differences and low popularity of personalized approach to education. The hired professionals will resolve the conflicts that may incur during group discussions. Thus, understanding a connection between family, culture, and perceptions towards career will help develop effective career plans that will satisfy cultural minorities’ needs. Emphasizing the significance of diversity is the main idea of this program, and this topic is reflected not only by finding an impact of culture on one’s career concerns but also is highlighted as an important theme during group sessions. In this instance, to cater to the needs of minorities, counseling methods and assessment tools tend to be more open and encourage information sharing with respect to one’s culture while physical facilities remain neutral.

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Successful Career Counseling Interventions Used with Students in Poverty: A Preliminary Report

By valerie couture, na mi bang, angela mccoy harless.

The American School Counseling Association (ASCA) maintains national standards for professional school counselors and mandates that school counselors provide support to students in three areas: academic, career, and personal/social (Dahir, Campbell, Johnson, Scholes, & Valiga, 1997). It is estimated that 41% of school aged children in the U.S. come from a low-income home (NCCP, 2016). Children who come from poverty need career counseling interventions that address their particular issues and work-life goals (Harless & Stoltz, 2018). Students who come from a poverty background have barriers to obtaining post-secondary education and employment, including mental health disorders, low academic progress, school dropout, and career identity development issues (Harless & Stoltz, 2018). Research has shown that providing career counseling interventions specifically for low-income students provides the support these students need to be successful in reaching their goals (Dimmit & Wilkerson, 2012).

Importance of Career Counseling There is a link between education and income as salaries increase with each level of education and unemployment decreases with each level of education (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2015). Socioeconomic status (SES) impacts the educational aspirations, occupational aspirations, and career expectations of students (Eshelman & Rottinghaus, 2015). School counselors have a role to assist students at all levels of K-12 education in their career development. This qualitative study examined the career counseling interventions school counselors use with students who live in poverty.

Interviews with School Counselors Five school counselors with experience working with students in poverty, at least one year of school counseling experience in Arkansas, and current licensure in school counseling were interviewed. The four females and one male were White/Caucasian, working in rural and suburban settings. The age range of the school counselors was 39 to 60 years old. Individual interviews lasted approximately 30 to 50 minutes. The interview data was recorded via a digital voice recorder and transcribed.

Themes Emerged

1. Empowerment and Self-Advocacy . A consistent theme when working with students in poverty was empowering students to be self-advocates. A participant specifically stated, “Then, I think we have to empower them to be self-advocates, and to learn how to communicate on their behalf, and to research, to know what all is out there.”

2. Access to Food and Information. Providing free or reduced lunch at school and providing weekend food bags was an example of how school counselors support students in poverty. In addition to access to food, exposing them to different services for which they may be eligible, such as fee waivers for the ACT, SAT, and college applications, was important.

3. Collaboration with School Leaders and Community Members . A consistent theme found among the participants was working with school leaders and community members to provide career development and support to students in poverty. One participant explained, “Because you may come across a situation that you’ve not ever dealt with before and it helps to go out there and say ‘does anybody ever’... and you’re maintaining confidentiality, but you’re saying, ‘I have a student and this is what the deal is, what have y’all done in this case? What worked and what didn’t?’ That type of thing. The network is really, really good.” Using resources provided by churches was helpful because the churches donated to the weekend food bags.

4. Diverse Activities and Interventions. Providing social-emotional support and building relationships with students and families is key. One way school counselors build relationships with students is by attending their extracurricular activities. One participant stated, “The next time you see them, you can say ‘you did a great job when you were singing last night!’ and all that kind of stuff.”

One of the interventions suggested to assist the students in occupational exploration was to provide different career activities. One participant addressed, “One of the first things that we do with them is I give them a resume template.” Students’ self-assessments and the use of online resources were the main career interventions used in the schools. For example, one participant stated, “This year all of our 7th graders have done career exploration through the Kuder navigator program online.” Holding career fairs so students can learn about different career fields from working professionals was one way that students enhanced their occupational knowledge.

5. Challenges and Supports. The participants all encountered challenges to providing career counseling support. “We just don’t have enough time. So you just have to learn how to work more efficiently, intentionally, and you have to set your priorities.” School counselors also reported a lack of parental support, busy student schedules, lack of funding, and the time it takes to coordinate outside career professionals. It was mentioned that “I think that parental support and encouragement in the biggest challenge. Especially if parents do not have more education than high school.”

Implications for School Counselors It is important for school counselors to be aware that students from poverty face career development issues, including higher drop-out rates and lower academic attainment, as compared to the general population (Harless & Stoltz, 2018). This study is an important step in understanding what current school counselors are doing to assist their students. The results of this study indicate that school counselors need the following to provide better career counseling support to students in poverty. First, school counselors need to empower students to be self-advocates. Second, school counselors need to be aware of the basic needs that students from a poverty background may struggle with. Third, it is important for school counselors to collaborate with school leaders and community members to help students become aware of the occupational options available. Fourth, school counselors must inform parents/guardians about the students’ career options, the benefits of exploring these options, and the steps to achieving career goals. Fifth, career development activities, such as self-assessments, online resources, and career fairs, are important for students to have access to. Lastly, the lack of time, funding and parental support are the challenges that school counselors encounter when working with students in poverty. This study implies that students in poverty need more a) physical and emotional support from school counselors and other professionals with respect to their self-esteem and job application process, b) guidance through collaboration among school counselors, parents, administrators, mental health professionals, and community leaders, and c) resources and assistance with career decision-making.

Dimmit, C., & Wilkerson, B. (2012). Comprehensive school counseling in Rhode Island: Access to services and student outcomes. Professional School Counseling, 16 (2), 125-135.

Eshelman, A., & Rottinghaus, P. J. (2015) Viewing adolescents' career futures through the lenses of socioeconomic status and social class. Career Development Quarterly, 63 (4), 320-332.

Harless, A. M., & Stoltz, K. B. (2018). Integrating narrative approaches with early recollections to provide career counseling with low-ses secondary students. Journal of Individual Psychology, 74(1), 117-133.

National Center for Children in Poverty. (2016). Basic facts about low-income children: Children under 18 years, 2016 . Retrieved from http://www.nccp.org/publications/pub_1194.html

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2015). Median weekly earnings by educational attainment in 2014. Retrieved from http://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2015/median-weekly-earnings-by-educationgender-race-and-ethnicity-in-2014.htm

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Why I Want to Become a Counselor, Essay Sample

Essay about why i want to pursue a career in counseling.

You may be aware that counselors offer support to individuals in need, but did you know that they can address a wide range of issues, from interpersonal conflicts to occupational stress? Counselors possess the necessary training and skills to actively listen, comprehend, and aid in resolving personal dilemmas. They can guide you in finding solutions when faced with challenging situations in your relationships, career, or education. Additionally, if you need assistance with composing an essay on this topic, there are online custom essay writing company available to support you.

If you’re searching for a profession that enables you to positively impact people’s lives, pursuing a career in counseling may be the right fit for you. This field offers an ideal setting for individuals who are passionate about aiding others while also seeking some autonomy and adaptability in their professional life.

Main reasons why I want to be a counselor

Throughout my life, I have been fascinated by human behavior and have always enjoyed helping others. As I learned more about counseling, I realized that it was the perfect way to combine my interests and passions. Counseling offers the opportunity to listen to people’s stories, understand their experiences, and provide them with the support and guidance they need to overcome their challenges. I have always been drawn to this type of work, and I believe that counseling is the perfect fit for me.

The Importance of Listening in Counseling

One of the key aspects of counseling is building a therapeutic relationship with the client. Building a relationship is essential in helping clients feel safe, comfortable, and understood. Through building a therapeutic relationship, counselors can create a space for clients to open up and share their experiences. Counselors can establish rapport with clients and build trust by actively listening and showing empathy. This trust is critical in facilitating the healing process, as clients are more likely to be open and honest with their counselor when they feel that their feelings and experiences are being validated.

The power of listening extends beyond building a therapeutic relationship. It also plays a crucial role in the treatment process. When clients feel that they are being heard and understood, they are more likely to engage in therapy and follow through with their treatment plan. In contrast, when clients feel that they are not being heard, they may become disengaged from therapy and may even drop out. By listening attentively and demonstrating empathy, counselors can help clients stay motivated and committed to the therapeutic process.

To my mind, listening is critical not only in the treatment process but also in the assessment and diagnosis of mental health disorders. When clients come to therapy, they often present with a range of symptoms that may be indicative of a mental health disorder. By listening to the client’s symptoms and experiences, counselors can identify the underlying issues and make an accurate diagnosis. However, accurate diagnosis requires more than just listening to the client’s symptoms; it also involves understanding the cultural, social, and environmental factors that may contribute to their mental health concerns.

The Benefits of Pursuing a Career in Counseling

As a counselor, I believe that my passion for listening and helping others will make me an effective practitioner. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space for clients to share their experiences. By listening attentively and demonstrating empathy, I will strive to build a therapeutic relationship with my clients that is based on trust and understanding. I will work collaboratively with my clients to identify their strengths and challenges and develop personalized treatment plans that are tailored to their needs and goals.

One of the things that excite me most about pursuing a career in counseling is the variety of career paths available. Counseling has many different specialties, from marriage and family therapy to substance abuse counseling. Each specialty presents unique challenges and opportunities, and I am excited to explore these different areas and find the one that aligns with my interests and passions.

In addition to the variety of career paths available, counseling also offers a high degree of flexibility and autonomy. Many counselors work in private practice, which allows them to set their own schedules, choose their own clients, and have more control over their work-life balance.

Challenges and Considerations

While counseling is a rewarding career, it is not without its challenges. Counseling can be emotionally demanding, as counselors must often work with clients who are experiencing significant emotional distress. It is essential for counselors to have strong self-care practices and a support system in place to prevent burnout and compassion fatigue.

Furthermore, counselors must be prepared to work with clients from diverse backgrounds and with a range of experiences. Cultural competence is essential in counseling, and counselors must be willing to learn about and understand their clients’ cultural, social, and environmental backgrounds. This includes being aware of their own biases and assumptions and working to overcome them.

As a counselor, I would help individuals and families regularly. I feel this career is perfect for me because I want to make a difference in people’s lives. As someone who has always been passionate about helping others, I am excited to pursue a career in counseling where I can use the power of listening to make a positive impact on people’s lives. This career will be beneficial to my future, and hard work will pay off. Also, from what I’ve researched so far, it seems like it’s a growing field that has many possibilities for those who earn their degree.

Tips on writing Why I Want To Become A Successful Counselor

When writing a personal statement essay for colleges on why you aim to become a successful counselor, it helps to look at examples of other people’s essays. This can highlight the tips that you should use in your own paper. But if you prefer easy ways to do it, here are some essential tips to keep in mind:

Choose one point and move further

This is the time when you have to choose which reason to pick. You know why you want to become a counselor, but the thing is that it will be difficult for someone else to understand your reasons.

The reasons behind wishing to become a counselor are boundless and varied, but some things should be considered before coming up with the reasons behind it. If you’re having a hard time choosing between two of your favorite reasons, just pick one and move on.

Examine your topic carefully

Here’s a tip for writing any piece of writing that requires a certain level of expertise: spend time researching the topic so that you have a good foundation for your essay. When writing an essay on why you want to become a successful counselor, it’s helpful to know what makes someone a good counselor, and how you can check yourself to ensure you’re meeting those qualifications. You could read some books on what it means to be a counselor, watch some videos of counselors in action, and talk with other counselors or people in training to get their take on what it takes to be a successful counselor.

Stay clear and conscious

When you’re writing an essay on why you want to become a successful counselor, you don’t want your essay to be confusing or distracting. Make sure that the point you want to get across quickly is crystal clear by using simple language and avoiding long sentences and complex words.

Reasons Why Someone Might Want to Become a Counselor

Counseling is a profession that involves helping people navigate through personal and emotional challenges. It can be a rewarding and fulfilling career for those who have a passion for helping others. Here are some of the key reasons why someone might want to become a counselor:

Note that these are just some of the reasons why someone might want to become a counselor. Counseling can be a challenging yet fulfilling profession that offers many opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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