Counsellor

Company Description Navchaitanya is a counseling-focused organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families through professional guidance and mental health services. Based in Nagpur, Navchaitanya aims to create a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment for people facing emotional, behavioral, or life-transition challenges. The organization emphasizes ethical practice, confidentiality, and evidence-informed approaches to care. Team members collaborate to design support plans that respect individual backgrounds, values, and goals. Navchaitanya encourages continuous learning and professional development to better serve the community.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Counsellor role based in Nagpur. The Counsellor will conduct individual and, when needed, group counseling sessions to address emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial concerns. Daily responsibilities include assessing client needs, developing and implementing counseling plans, maintaining accurate and confidential case records, and monitoring progress over time. The role involves coordinating with other professionals or support services when appropriate, providing psychoeducation, and participating in internal meetings and case discussions. The Counsellor is expected to follow ethical guidelines, contribute to outreach or awareness programs, and engage in ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
Relevant academic background, such as a degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
Formal training or certification in counseling techniques, mental health support, or therapy methods is preferred.
Strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport across diverse populations.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards in all client interactions.
Experience in conducting assessments, developing care plans, and documenting sessions or case notes accurately.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with external support services when required.
Comfort with on-site work in Nagpur and willingness to manage a consistent caseload in a full-time schedule.
Fluency in English and local languages, along with basic computer skills for record-keeping and reporting, is beneficial.

Work arrangement
No