Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer Social Work

Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)
Other (Education & Training)
Full time
$110,500 - $153,889 + 17% super + 6 weeks leave
Full time, continuing appointment 
Teaching Focused Academic Level B/C salary- $110,500 - $153,889 pa
Plus 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus Utilise your experience and passion in Social Work to teach students at Charles Darwin University (CDU) About the Position
As a Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer Social Work , you will help build the teaching and research profile of social work and contribute to the social work (and related) programs across the University. You will develop and teach units, utilising both on-campus and flexible modes of teaching and learning support, providing an engaging learning experience to foster student retention and outcomes. 

About You
To be successful, you will require:
Possession of a degree in Social Work and holding of current membership with Australian Association of Social Workers. Practice experience in providing social work services, including supervision relevant to the units within the Social Work program. Ability to work collaboratively in the development of appropriate programs to develop subjects and learning materials for on-line and hybrid delivery. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, including an understanding of the importance of contributing to staff meetings, discipline, and university committees.  Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with well developed time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated experience in education, clinical abdication and post graduate reaching qualification or demonstrated interest and desire to obtain post-graduate teaching qualifications. Ability to forge strong collaborative links and contribute to the growth of the profession in the region. Willingness to embrace the knowledge, skills, and ideals of clinical practice in rural and remote areas. Demonstrate a commitment to the University values and commitment to the principles of reconciliation, which exemplify respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and the valuing of justice and equity for all Australians. This position is subject to Charles Darwin University Affirmative Action Priority Recruitment measures, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992.
First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
For information on Affirmative Action Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, please visit Remuneration 
Appointment to this role will be at Teaching Focused Academic Level B/C. The base salary will be in the range of $110,500 to $153,889 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $129,285 - $180,050 per annum, including 17% superannuation.
What's in it for you? An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University Work with a University committed to changing people's lives for the better through training, education and research Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory  17% superannuation  Up to six weeks of paid annual leave (dependent on work location) Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply) Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only) Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989 Free on-campus parking in designated areas  Employee Assistance Program Salary Packaging opportunities How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the 'apply' button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.
Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment to support applicants and employees with disability. CDU's Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure can be found at If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact the People Services Team on or email .
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We're about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our University community feels they truly belong. Understanding that it is through our focus on our people and leveraging our differences that will make CDU the most connected University in Australia, we are striving to ensure that our culture and our community are inclusive of all our staff, students, and visitors. We are committed to maintaining a culture where everyone feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals. Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
 
You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.
Applications Close: Thursday 26th September 2024 Welcome to the Charles Darwin University (CDU) careers page and thank you for considering our institution as part of your career search.
CDU is headquartered in Australia's most northern capital city of Darwin – a young, multicultural and cosmopolitan tropical city that sits on the rim of South-East Asia.
As the only university in the Northern Territory, CDU is uniquely placed to provide education, training and research expertise in Australia's north and the wider Asia-Pacific region.
Whether you are at the start of your career or are already established, CDU is keen for you to explore the many career opportunities offered to both academic and non-academic professionals.
Ranked in the top two per cent of universities in the world, CDU has grown to become an internationally renowned dual sector teaching and learning institution, offering strong education and training opportunities in Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training.
The University has 11 campuses and learning centres throughout Australia delivering training in more than 170 locations to more than 24,000 students, and has strong relationships with other Australian universities in the fields of medicine, languages, marine science and Indigenous knowledges. CDU also enjoys partnerships and Memorandums of Understanding with 18 international institutions and organisations.
Proud of our community origins, CDU is a vibrant institution, constantly evolving, adapting and changing with local, national and international education trends. Higher Education and VET programs prepare students to be creative thinkers and effective contributors in an ever changing world.
CDU courses are closely attuned to the education, employment and research needs of industry; forging close partnerships with the burgeoning oil and gas sector and government and cooperative research centres.
This year is a very exciting time to join the University. Our "Connect, Discover, Grow" strategic plan envisages a positive trajectory for every aspect of the institution out to 2025 and beyond.
In a 2016 international report – by UK higher education consultant Firetail – CDU was identified as a "rising star" amongst an elite group of 20 universities with the potential to become globally influential by 2030.
Welcome to the Charles Darwin University (CDU) careers page and thank you for considering our institution as part of your career search.
CDU is headquartered in Australia's most northern capital city of Darwin – a young, multicultural and cosmopolitan tropical city that sits on the rim of South-East Asia.
As the only university in the Northern Territory, CDU is uniquely placed to provide education, training and research expertise in Australia's north and the wider Asia-Pacific region.
Whether you are at the start of your career or are already established, CDU is keen for you to explore the many career opportunities offered to both academic and non-academic professionals.
Ranked in the top two per cent of universities in the world, CDU has grown to become an internationally renowned dual sector teaching and learning institution, offering strong education and training opportunities in Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training.
The University has 11 campuses and learning centres throughout Australia delivering training in more than 170 locations to more than 24,000 students, and has strong relationships with other Australian universities in the fields of medicine, languages, marine science and Indigenous knowledges. CDU also enjoys partnerships and Memorandums of Understanding with 18 international institutions and organisations.
Proud of our community origins, CDU is a vibrant institution, constantly evolving, adapting and changing with local, national and international education trends. Higher Education and VET programs prepare students to be creative thinkers and effective contributors in an ever changing world.
CDU courses are closely attuned to the education, employment and research needs of industry; forging close partnerships with the burgeoning oil and gas sector and government and cooperative research centres.
This year is a very exciting time to join the University. Our "Connect, Discover, Grow" strategic plan envisages a positive trajectory for every aspect of the institution out to 2025 and beyond.
In a 2016 international report – by UK higher education consultant Firetail – CDU was identified as a "rising star" amongst an elite group of 20 universities with the potential to become globally influential by 2030.
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