DCPU Theni Counsellor Recruitment 2026

District Child Protection Unit, Theni (DCPU Theni) is hiring 1 Counsellor in Tamil Nadu under the Children Welfare and Special Services scheme. If you have a graduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health or Counselling along with a PG Diploma in Counselling and Communication, you can apply offline by post. The last date to send your application is 1 September 2026. There is no application fee for this post.

District Child Protection Unit, Theni (DCPU Theni) Counsellor Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The District Child Protection Unit, Theni (DCPU Theni), under the Children Welfare and Special Services scheme of the Government of Tamil Nadu, has invited applications for 1 Counsellor post on a contract basis. This role supports child welfare and protection work in Theni district as part of Tamil Nadu's child protection framework, which covers counselling, case management and rehabilitation support for children in need of care. Selection is based purely on document verification — there is no written exam. Candidates with relevant social work or counselling experience with a government department or NGO are encouraged to apply.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Graduate degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health or Counselling, plus a PG Diploma in Counselling and Communication.
• Experience: At least 1 year of working experience with a government department or NGO.

Age Limit

• You should not be older than 42 years to apply for this post.

Application Fee

• All candidates: No fee — this recruitment does not charge any application fee.

Selection Process

Selection for this post is done in a single stage:

1. Document Verification: Your application and supporting documents will be checked to confirm eligibility. There is no written exam or interview for this post.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the DCPU Theni notification.
2. Fill in your personal details, educational qualification and experience carefully.
3. Attach self-attested copies of your certificates and a recent passport-size photograph.
4. Send the completed application by Speed Post or Registered Post to the District Child Protection Unit, Theni office.
5. Make sure your application reaches the office on or before 1 September 2026.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 1 September 2026

• Counsel children and families referred to the DCPU on protection and welfare issues
• Conduct psychosocial assessments of children in need of care and protection
• Support case workers in preparing individual care plans for children
• Maintain confidential case records and documentation
• Coordinate with government departments, NGOs and child welfare committees
• Provide guidance and emotional support during rehabilitation and follow-up