Placement Coordinators

Top 1% University in the World, located Newcastle NSW
- Sustainable future, social equity focus
- Academic teaching focused role

**The unit**

Part of the School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences, our Social Work group provides a suite of innovative research and teaching initiatives in Social Work and Public and Community Health.

We offer a range of programs, including a Bachelor of Social Work, Research Higher Degrees, and in 2025, a new Master of Social Work (qualifying). These programs are designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in one of the most in demand employment pathways of the future.

**The role**

The purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality placement education for our Social Work programs, ensuring alignment with AASW accreditation and program requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

- Coordinating and delivering engaging placement courses in the Social Work programs.
- Building networks and industry partnerships to facilitate placement opportunities and to integrate students and graduates into industry.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to students, fostering their academic and professional growth.
- Initiating and developing course materials in collaboration with academic lead for relevance and skills development.

Two continuing positions are available full time and will be located at the Newcastle City Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

**What you need to succeed**
- Qualification in Social Work and eligibility for AASW membership with 5 years of relevant experience working as a social worker.
- Skills in placement education management and supervision
- Strong professional networks, and the ability to develop new collaborative relationships with industry partners.
- Be committed to academic excellence, integrity, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

**What you will get**

The remuneration for this position is from $78,905 - $107,080+ 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, you can access a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. You can explore our Benefits at a Glance page on our website.

These include:

- flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
- 17% super and salary packaging;
- additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
- discounts for private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
- wellbeing programs.

**How to apply**

Read more about our Application process on our website.
- Your ORCID ID
- A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
- A Cover Letter; outlining your interest in the role, including contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
- A statement addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the Position Description
- Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.

**Please upload your cover letter **and** statement as **one** PDF document**.

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

**Closing date: Friday, 6 September 2024 at 5.00pm AEST or AEDT**

**Your University**

The University of Newcastle continues to build its global reputation for being one of the world's most prestigious universities.

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