Women Counselor
ふじんそうだんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who receives consultations on women-specific issues such as DV, sexual violence, child-rearing, and poverty, and formulates support plans and coordinates with relevant organizations.
Description
Women counselors work at women's consultation counters, women's centers, or local government welfare departments, handling consultations on women-specific issues such as DV (domestic violence), sexual violence, pregnancy and childbirth, child-rearing, and financial difficulties, and conducting situation assessments. They listen to clients and provide advice, create necessary support plans, and coordinate with shelters, medical institutions, judicial organizations, welfare service providers, and other relevant entities to ensure one-stop support. In cases requiring emergency protection, they assist with protection order applications and shelter admission procedures, and also engage in long-term self-reliance support and follow-up.
Future Outlook
Demand for consultation counters is increasing due to strengthened DV prevention and women support policies. Online consultations and multilingual support are expanding, broadening the scope of work.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Compassionate / Empathetic / Patient / Trustworthy
Work Style
Consultation Response / Online Consultation / Public Institution Employment / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Counselor → Women Counselor → Senior Women Counselor → Center Director → Welfare Department Manager
Required Skills
Assessment (Situation Grasping) / Inter-agency Coordination Skills / Listening Skills / Report Writing / Support Plan Creation
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Crisis Intervention / Multicultural Understanding / Trauma-Informed Care
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Essential for accurately listening to the client's story and building trust. |
| Problem Solving | Required to organize complex issues and derive optimal support measures. |
| Stress Tolerance | Many cases involve serious content, resulting in high mental stress. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To advance support while collaborating with other organizations and teams. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Does not heavily rely on mathematical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Social Worker
- Clinical Psychologist
- Nurse
- Psychiatric Social Worker
- Public Health Nurse
- Publicly Certified Psychologist
Aliases
- Women Counselor
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