Psychological Counsellor Vacancy in Samastipur, Bihar
St Josph Public School
Job Description
About This Role
This Psychological Counsellor Job in Samastipur is a leadership role at St Josph Public School. You will shape the school’s mental health strategy for students, parents, and staff. The position demands experience in counselling and programme design for a K-12 environment.
As a Psychological Counsellor in Samastipur, Bihar, you will work closely with the principal to integrate psychological services into daily school life. You will run workshops, manage referral systems, and maintain records in compliance with local education norms.
What You Will Do
You will conduct individual and group counselling sessions for students with emotional, social, or behavioural concerns. Sessions will be held in a dedicated space designed for confidentiality and comfort on the St Josph Public School campus.
You will design and deliver mental health awareness programmes for students, parents, and teachers across grades. These sessions will align with the school calendar and local community needs in Samastipur.
You will assess students through observation, interviews, and standardised tools, then share findings with parents and class coordinators. Reports will be concise, actionable, and stored securely as per school policy.
You will coordinate with external professionals—psychiatrists, speech therapists, and special educators—when additional support is required. You will manage these relationships and ensure continuity of care for students.
You will maintain detailed records of all counselling cases, interventions, and follow-ups using the school’s digital system. Data will be used for quarterly reports presented to the school management.
You will organise and supervise peer support groups and life-skills training for senior students. These initiatives will be scheduled during school hours with prior approval from the principal.
You will train teachers and house coordinators on early signs of mental health issues and classroom strategies. Training will be conducted in small groups to ensure practical learning.
You will participate in school-wide events like parent-teacher meetings and mental health awareness days. Your presence will strengthen the school’s reputation as a caring and progressive institution in Samastipur.
Eligibility Criteria
You must hold a postgraduate degree in Psychology, Counselling Psychology, or Child Development from a recognised university. A minimum of two years of full-time experience in school or clinical counselling is required.
Prior experience in a K-12 school setting and familiarity with CBSE or state board norms will be preferred. Prior involvement in parent workshops or teacher training is an added advantage.
Career Opportunities
This Psychological Counsellor Vacancy in Samastipur offers a pathway to senior roles such as Head of Student Wellbeing or Assistant Principal. St Josph Public School supports further qualifications like M.Phil or Ph.D. in Psychology for career growth.
You will gain exposure to leadership meetings, policy formulation, and community outreach initiatives. This role can lead to consultancy positions with other schools or NGOs in Bihar.
What You Get
The salary for this Psychological Counsellor Position in Samastipur, Bihar is Rs.30,000 to Rs.55,000 per month based on experience and qualifications. The role includes annual increments, paid leave, and access to professional development funds.
You will receive medical coverage for self and dependents under the school’s group health scheme. St Josph Public School also provides reimbursement for approved counselling certifications and workshops.