Family Child Counselor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A welfare specialist targeting children and their families, who grasps problems through consultations and interviews, and creates and implements support plans. Also handles emergency responses such as child abuse and collaborates with community resources.
Description
Family Child Counselors work at child consultation centers and similar facilities, responding to consultations from children and their families by conducting interviews and assessments, understanding the backgrounds and needs of issues, and then formulating and implementing care plans (support plans). They handle child abuse reports, emergency protection, home visits, coordination and collaboration with related organizations (medical institutions, schools, police, etc.), and follow-ups to support children's safety and healthy development. Legal knowledge and understanding of welfare systems are required, and it is a role that advances support through collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.
Future Outlook
Amid declining birthrates and diversifying social issues, the need for early detection and prevention of child abuse is increasing. With the development of community-based comprehensive support systems, the expertise and role of family child counselors are expected to grow in importance going forward.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Has empathy / Has patience / Has strong sense of responsibility / Is calm and composed
Work Style
Full-time / Night Emergency / Shift / Teamwork / Visiting Duties
Career Path
Family Child Counselor (Junior) → Family Child Counselor (Senior) → Chief Family Child Counselor → Child Consultation Center Deputy Director/Director → Administrative Division (Welfare Section, etc.)
Required Skills
Active Listening Skills (Interview Techniques) / Assessment (Problem Analysis) / Casework / Record and Report Creation / Related Organizations Coordination / Support Plan Creation
Recommended Skills
Building Regional Resource Networks / Communication Skills / Family Therapy / Psychology Knowledge / Risk Assessment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To respond quickly to emergencies and environmental changes. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately draw out the consultee's story and build trust. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because legal systems and support methods continue to change. |
| Planning & Organization | To efficiently formulate individual support plans and coordinate with multiple organizations. |
| Problem Solving | To plan and implement solutions for complex family situations. |
| Stress Tolerance | To handle high mental load situations such as abuse cases. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office-based interviews and visits, with minimal excessive physical labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Mental Health Social Worker
- Certified Social Worker
- Child Welfare Officer Appointment Qualification
- Childcare Worker
- Teaching License (Elementary School)
Aliases
- Child Counselor
Related Jobs
- Child Psychologist
- Child Welfare Officer
- Childcare Worker
- School Counselor
- Social Worker