About the role
School counselors work with students' psychosocial health in the school environment and are often part of the student health team. They usually have a degree in social work or similar higher education in social work. School counselors are a link between school, home, and other support functions in society.Responsibilities
School counselors are responsible for providing support and advice to students in need. They work preventively on issues related to bullying, stress, and conflict management. They also collaborate with teachers, parents, and external authorities to create a safe school environment.Skills and tools
School counselors need good skills in conversation techniques and psychosocial support work. They often use tools such as conversational methodology, conflict management, and crisis intervention. Empathy, patience, and the ability to create trust are central qualities in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are elevhälsa, habilitering and psykosocialt arbete.