Student Counsellor

Work type: Part TimeLocation: Canberra, ACTCategories: Student Services, Clinical/Medical Research
Student Counsellor (Psychologist), UNSW Canberra Employment type: Part-time (21 hours pw) fixed-term contract (parental leave)Duration: 12 months from January 2025Remuneration: Level 8 from $123,044 (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuationLocation: UNSW Canberra
About UNSW Canberra: University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation's Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavors.
This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight.
Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience.
Why Your Role Matters: We are seeking a psychologist to work within a small team, providing counselling and support to UNSW Canberra students.
The Psychology and Wellness Canberra team plays a key role in supporting students' mental health and general wellbeing throughout their time at UNSW.
The support for this role focuses on UNSW students also attending the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA).
Who You Are (skills and experience): Experience in delivering short to medium length evidence-based psychological interventionsWell-developed clinical skillsFull registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a psychologistRelevant tertiary qualificationDesirable but not mandatory: Experience working with young people aged 17 – 25 years and/orFamiliarity with issues facing University students and/or members of the Australian Defence ForceBenefits and Culture: UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
Generous superannuation contributionsEmployee discounts, free parking and gym accessA commitment to lifelong learningUNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.Eligibility:The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role.
The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description.
You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights.
UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
How to apply: Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW.
Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:
your CVa 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for .au Applications close: Tuesday 26th November 2024 at 11.30pm AEST
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. Contact Details:To discuss the position and how to apply please contact:Bhavani KannanManager, Academic SupportUNSW CanberraE: For questions regarding the application process - please email (for job-related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed).
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