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Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

Advise and assist students and provide educational and vocational guidance services.

Tasks
35 tasks22 core, 13 supplemental
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Community & Social ServiceOne of its 18 occupations
Code
21-1012.00SOC 2018: 21-1012

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22 core tasks and 13 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all

  1. Task 1. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.Core taskTask 5606Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  2. Task 2. Counsel students regarding educational issues, such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration, school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and career planning.Core taskTask 18627Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  3. Task 3. Provide crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur at schools.Core taskTask 5608Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  4. Task 4. Counsel individuals or groups to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational situations.Core taskTask 23990Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  5. Task 5. Review transcripts to ensure that students meet graduation or college entrance requirements, and write letters of recommendation.Core taskTask 5631Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  6. Task 6. Prepare students for later educational experiences by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.Core taskTask 5611Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  7. Task 7. Refer students to outside counseling services.Core taskTask 23991Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  8. Task 8. Refer students to degree programs based on interests, aptitudes, or educational assessments.Core taskTask 5632Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  9. Task 9. Evaluate students' or individuals' abilities, interests, and personality characteristics, using tests, records, interviews, or professional sources.Core taskTask 18625Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  10. Task 10. Provide students with information on topics such as college degree programs and admission requirements, financial aid opportunities, trade and technical schools, and apprenticeship programs.Core taskTask 5616Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2024
  11. Task 11. Conduct follow-up interviews with counselees to determine if their needs have been met.Core taskTask 5621Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  12. Task 12. Instruct individuals in career development techniques, such as job search and application strategies, resume writing, and interview skills.Core taskTask 5626Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  13. Task 13. Assess needs for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid, or additional vocational training, and refer clients to the appropriate services.Core taskTask 5625Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  14. Task 14. Plan and promote career and employment-related programs and events, such as career planning presentations, work experience programs, job fairs, and career workshops.Core taskTask 18631Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2024
  15. Task 15. Attend meetings, educational conferences, and training workshops, and serve on committees.Core taskTask 18630Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  16. Task 16. Teach classes and present self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.Core taskTask 5619Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  17. Task 17. Plan and conduct orientation programs and group conferences to promote the adjustment of individuals to new life experiences, such as starting college.Core taskTask 5624Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  18. Task 18. Address community groups, faculty, and staff members to explain available counseling services.Core taskTask 5627Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  19. Task 19. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.Core taskTask 5623Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  20. Task 20. Provide information for teachers and staff members involved in helping students or graduates identify and pursue employment opportunities.Core taskTask 5630Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2024
  21. Task 21. Collaborate with teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs and in the preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings.Core taskTask 18628Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  22. Task 22. Plan, direct, and participate in recruitment and enrollment activities.Core taskTask 18634Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  23. Task 23. Identify cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encourage students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.Supplemental taskTask 18626Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  24. Task 24. Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to discuss children's progress, resolve behavioral, academic, and other problems, and to determine priorities for students and their resource needs.Supplemental taskTask 18624Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  25. Task 25. Provide special services such as alcohol and drug prevention programs and classes that teach students to handle conflicts without resorting to violence.Supplemental taskTask 5633Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2024
  26. Task 26. Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.Supplemental taskTask 5634Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  27. Task 27. Establish and enforce administration policies and rules governing student behavior.Supplemental taskTask 18632Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  28. Task 28. Supervise, train, and direct professional staff and interns.Supplemental taskTask 18635Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2024
  29. Task 29. Interview clients to obtain information about employment history, educational background, and career goals, and to identify barriers to employment.Supplemental taskTask 5636Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  30. Task 30. Compile and study occupational, educational, and economic information to assist counselees in determining and carrying out vocational and educational objectives.Supplemental taskTask 5629Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2024
  31. Task 31. Establish contacts with employers to create internship and employment opportunities for students.Supplemental taskTask 18633Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  32. Task 32. Establish and supervise peer-counseling and peer-tutoring programs.Supplemental taskTask 5637Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2024
  33. Task 33. Observe students during classroom and play activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.Supplemental taskTask 18629Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024
  34. Task 34. Refer qualified counselees to employers or employment services for job placement.Supplemental taskTask 5639Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2024
  35. Task 35. Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.Supplemental taskTask 5640Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2024

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 21-1012
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