Regional Youth Support Station Counselor
ちいきわかものさぽーとすてーしょんそうだんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Regional Youth Support Station Counselors provide consultation support through interviews, develop individual support plans, and collaborate with related organizations to promote independence and social participation for young people struggling with employment or social involvement.
Description
Regional Youth Support Station Counselors provide consultation support through interviews for young people struggling with job hunting, advancing to higher education, vocational training, etc. They create support plans tailored to individual situations and needs, and coordinate necessary services in collaboration with Hello Work, local governments, NPOs, educational institutions, etc. They support young people's self-understanding and skill improvement through arranging work experiences and on-the-job training, as well as planning and operating group work and seminars. They conduct follow-up interviews and home visits, monitor support effectiveness, and provide ongoing support.
Future Outlook
Amid declining birthrates and intensifying employment challenges for young people, the importance of community-based consultation support systems is increasing, and stable demand is expected to continue. There is a growing trend toward skills in online consultations and measuring support effectiveness through data analysis.
Personality Traits
Adaptable on the fly / Compassionate / Patient / Problem-conscious / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Evening Hours / Flexitime / NPO Employment / Public Institution Employment / Remote Interviews
Career Path
Counselor → Senior Counselor → Center Operations Manager → Youth Support Program Coordinator → Local Government Policy Staff
Required Skills
Career Consulting Techniques / Communication Skills (Active Listening) / Inter-agency Collaboration and Coordination Skills / Knowledge of Labor Market and Employment Support Systems / Support Plan Creation and Monitoring
Recommended Skills
Group Work Facilitation / Multicultural Communication (Foreign Language Support) / Office Software / Presentation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Required to flexibly change support methods according to situations. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with young people from diverse backgrounds. |
| Planning & Organization | Required to formulate and implement support plans tailored to individuals. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to resolve diverse challenges in life and employment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focus is on interpersonal support rather than numerical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly interview-based with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Career Consultant
- Certified Social Worker
- Psychiatric Social Worker
Aliases
- Support Station Counselor
- Youth Support Station Counselor
Related Jobs
- Career Counselor
- Certified Social Worker
- Community Comprehensive Support Center Counselor
- Psychiatric Social Worker
- School Counselor