Online Educator, Youth Mental Health

Fixed term for two years (x2) and fixed term for 7 months (1x) University of Melbourne Level A & B Application instructions: All applications must be submitted directly through the University of Melbourne: We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Your next career opportunity As an Online Educator at the University of Melbourne, you will play a crucial role in the delivery of the Master of Youth Mental Health. You will be responsible for facilitating engaging learning activities, providing empathetic student support, and ensuring the highest standards in assessment. This role allows you to work flexibly and remotely, fitting around your other commitments, while contributing to the improvement of teaching practices and student outcomes in a supportive, innovative environment. Your responsibilities will include Facilitating Engaging Learning : Deliver academic content and support student learning in youth mental health. Conducting Student Assessments : Assess student coursework, provide feedback, and submit results promptly. Professional Development : Engage in ongoing educational development to enhance teaching practices. Collaborating with Teams : Work closely with course and subject coordinators and contribute to course improvement. You may be a great fit if You are an experienced educator with a passion for youth mental health, equipped to deliver engaging online courses and support students' learning journeys within a flexible, remote working environment. You should also: Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or be progressing towards a PhD. Have experience teaching mental health topics to professionals or at a university level. Be experienced in formal assessment and providing constructive feedback. Possess excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit. Demonstrate a youth-friendly, optimistic approach with a commitment to positive change. For further information please refer to the PD: What we offer you Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‑being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‑life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well‑being services, including a leading Employee Assistance Program. About Melbourne Online and the Masters of Youth Mental Health Melbourne Online is located in the Office of the Provost and aims to educate a broader and more diverse student population while enhancing the university’s digital capabilities in online teaching and learning. The University of Melbourne Online provides students with a flexible and dynamic learning environment using a six week, six term a year model, designed to fit around the needs of post graduate students. Our six‑week study periods, with predictable assessment dates, allow students to plan and balance their studies alongside other commitments. The University of Melbourne Online model offers students flexibility and control over how they approach their studies. The Master of Youth Mental Health has been developed by the University of Melbourne’s Centre for Youth Mental Health in collaboration with Orygen, a global leader in youth mental health research and knowledge translation, to strengthen the capacity of the youth mental health workforce both nationally and internationally. The course is designed for education and health professionals working in a range of clinical and community contexts and draws on contributions by world‑leading experts in the field to provide students with the latest theory, research and evidence‑based approaches in this specialised area of mental health. In the final year of the program, students will also have the opportunity to complete a substantial capstone experience and independent research project. Equal Opportunity and Diversity The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‑safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We’re committed to a barrier‑free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at (subject: “Recruitment Adjustments”). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we’ll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential If this role is right for you, please apply via the link above. For recruitment queries, email Corey Menadue at Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job‑specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. #J-18808-Ljbffr