How do they match: Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

  • Special Services Supervisor
  • Assessment Specialist
  • Career Development Specialist
  • Career Transition Specialist
  • Employment Specialist
  • Employment Training Specialist
  • Financial Services Specialist
  • Housing Specialist
  • Offender Employment Specialist
  • Offender Job Retention Specialist
  • Offender Workforce Development Specialist
  • Scheduling Specialist
  • Transition Specialist

  • Compile and study occupational, educational, and economic information to assist counselees in determining and carrying out vocational and educational objectives.
  • Interview clients to obtain information about employment history, educational background, and career goals, and to identify barriers to employment.
  • Provide information for teachers and staff members involved in helping students or graduates identify and pursue employment opportunities.
  • Provide special services such as alcohol and drug prevention programs and classes that teach students to handle conflicts without resorting to violence.
  • Provide students with information on topics such as college degree programs and admission requirements, financial aid opportunities, trade and technical schools, and apprenticeship programs.
  • Teach classes and present self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.

  • Interview clients to gather information about their backgrounds, needs, or progress.
  • Present social services program information to the public.