Development Counseling Services
Development Counseling Services assists Church leaders as they empower individuals and families in overcoming barriers that prevent them from achieving long-term self-reliance. Development counselors are licensed professionals who work closely with the individual, their Church leaders, mentors and family members.
What We Provide
- Professional consultation to church leaders, service providers, members and mentors
- Short and long-term career assessments, planning and coaching
- Coordination of educational and certified vocational training programs, funding resources and on-the-job training opportunities
The Process
Local Bishop
- Meets with the job seeker to discuss needs, resources and goals
- Authorizes the development counselor to meet with the job seeker
- Identifies a mentor and other Church resources to assist the job seeker
- Mobilizes the ward council
Job Seeker
- Schedules an appointment with the development counselor
- Develops plan with guidance from the development counselor, mentor and others involved
- Meets regularly with the development counselor and mentor to report on assignments, review goals and celebrate successes
- Follows plan until employment goals are achieved
Development Counselor
- Conducts an individualized vocational assessment
- Works with the job seeker to develop a vocational plan
- Coordinates services with the individual, their local bishop, mentor and needed community resources
- As needed, connects the individual with LDS Employment Resource Services and Deseret Industries
