Manager - Counselling

23 hours ago

Sydney, Australia Central Queensland University Full time

**About this Opportunity**:

- Continuing, Full-Time
- Wellbeing Directorate
- CQUniversity Sydney, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone or Rockhampton
- Higher Education Worker Level 9
- Total Remuneration $151,307 to $158,158 pa (including salary of $127,857 to $133,646 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

**Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone - regardless of background, location or life circumstances.**

**Working at CQUniversity**:
The Wellbeing Directorate is responsible for providing evidence-informed clinical leadership and operational oversight of the student counselling service, including social and emotional wellbeing services. This includes prioritising student mental health and wellbeing, retention, positive graduate outcomes, and delivering a first-class student experience for our diverse student body. The Directorate also supports faculties and divisions across a range of specialties.

As a key leader of the Counselling Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our student community. Your primary objective will be to manage and oversee the student counselling services, delivering exceptional support to our diverse student population. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional with significant experience in clinical supervision, counselling, and mental health services. You will confidently manage complex clinical issues, provide trauma-informed leadership, and adhere to university guidelines, consistently upholding a high standard of service.

At CQUniversity, you will be part of a vibrant team committed to excellence in higher education and student success. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students, all within a supportive and collaborative work environment.

**Be Rewarded**:

- 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
- 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
- 7.25 hours engaged service leave
- 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
- Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
- Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

**Position Requirements**:

- Relevant degree (Psychology, Social Work, or Counselling) with professional registration and extensive counselling experience.
- Strong knowledge of counselling, therapeutic approaches, and evidence-based psychological interventions for university students.
- Expertise in clinical supervision models and experience in professional supervision.
- Skilled in risk assessment, trauma-informed intervention, and crisis counselling.
- Excellent communication skills, with experience in presentations, workshops, and report writing.
- Proven leadership in managing staff, clinical supervision, and delivering specialised mental health counselling services.

**Applications Close**:11:59pm, Sunday, 23 February 2025

**Job Requisition ID**:5645

**Contact Details**:
Kristy Dawson

(02) 9324 5013

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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