About the Role Play a vital and proactive role supporting students' mental health and wellbeing Work in UWA's Prestigious Law School (0.4 FTE) Work across UWA College and the Centre for English Teaching (CELT) (0.4 FTE) Part-time (0.4 - 0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis to 31/12/2026.
Base salary range: $91,833– $97,052 p.a.
(pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the Area The division of Student Wellbeing and Engagement facilitates a high-quality student experience through the provision of integrated and comprehensive services.
The Wellbeing team is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework focusing on opportunities for early intervention and timely access to low barrier services.
Student Wellbeing and Engagement has five broad areas of Complex Case Management, Counselling and Psychological services; early intervention services and cohort initiatives in Student Wellbeing; Student Engagement through Grand Challenges and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience; and primary prevention initiatives and clinical response to gender-based violence through the Respectful and Safer Communities team.
About the Opportunity Deliver and evaluate training relevant to the needs of the community as directed.
Assist with the navigation of complex support for students who have been impacted by sexual assault/harassment, have perceived risk of harm to self or others, display concerning behaviour or are experiencing mental health challenges.
Liaise with University based services, student nominated emergency contacts, relevant university staff and community agencies as appropriate.
About You Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
Current registration with an associated professional organisation such as Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia); or ACA (Australian Counselling Association).
Demonstrated relevant experience working with and responding to disclosures of sexual assault/harassment, and family and domestic violence at an appropriate level.
Demonstrated experience in the provision of mental health support including suicide crisis and risk assessment and intervention.
Experience in the delivery of programs, training and initiatives aimed at community education.
How to Apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing Date: Monday 25 November 11:55 PM AWST This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities.
With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.
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We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
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