Employment Counselor (Office)
しょくぎょうそうだんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An office job in public institutions or private companies that provides career counseling, job introductions, and employment support to job seekers.
Description
Employment counselors are specialists who provide vocational counseling, information, and employment support to job seekers at public employment security offices such as Hello Work or private job placement agencies. They conduct interviews on clients' career histories, aptitudes, and preferences to introduce suitable job openings. They handle revisions to resumes and work history documents, interview preparation, administration and explanation of vocational aptitude tests, and guidance to vocational training or seminars. They also perform office tasks such as liaising with companies, managing job orders, and analyzing labor market trends. Building trusting relationships with clients, providing accurate advice, and follow-up support are required.
Future Outlook
Demand for re-employment support and career development is expected to increase due to declining birthrates, aging population, and changes in the employment environment. The introduction of online counseling and AI-utilizing matching services is also anticipated.
Personality Traits
Analytically Minded / Empathetic / Good at Listening / Personable
Work Style
Face-to-Face Counseling / Full-time / Office Work / Regular Hours / Shift
Career Path
Hello Work Staff (Civil Servant) → Career Consultant → Employment Support Worker → Vocational Training Instructor → Personnel and Recruitment Staff
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Counseling Techniques (Listening) / Document Creation Support / Labor Market Analysis / Vocational Aptitude Test
Recommended Skills
Basic Psychology / Career Planning / Presentation Skills / Seminar Facilitation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | To build trust through dialogue with clients. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Career Consultant (National Qualification)
Aliases
- Career Counselor
- Job Placement Counselor
- Vocational Counselor
Related Jobs
- Career Consultant
- Employment Support Worker
- Hello Work Staff