Philippine E-Journals

GUIDANCE COUNSELORS IN ACTION: INTERVENTION PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS IN THE NEW NORMAL

Rizel Ann L. Calamba | Annbeth B Calla

 

Abstract:

This qualitative study, phenomenological in approach, looked at the lived experiences of designated guidance counsellors and further discovered the coping mechanisms used by these teachers to overcome difficulty. Moreover, insights drawn on the conduct of the study were also shared to give light on new perspectives. Lived experiences of designated guidance counsellors in providing intervention programs were grouped and classified into six categories: teachers as listeners rather than speakers; assist in resolving conflicts; redesigning intervention program in the light of the new normal setting; limited opportunity to administer intervention program; lack of support; and visible progress of students. Teachers’ coping mechanisms revealed three results which were viewed as: building linkages; establishing communication for connection; and planning and monitoring on implementing intervention program. Further, the insights gathered from these experiences revealed by the study were referred to as: strengthening guidance support, inflicting value of listening, and bringing compassion towards students. Results of this suggested that designated guidance counsellors be better equipped and be provided with further education and training to be more knowledgeable in the conduct of their roles as guidance counselors.