Counsellor

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Specialist)
Salary package: $115,511 - $123,519 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Multiple full time roles available (1 x Continuing, 1 x Fixed term until 31 March 2026)

• Competitive remuneration and conditions, including 17% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements, including up to 26 weeks parental leave
• ANU is committed to providing equal opportunities to all

Position overview

The Australian National University (ANU) Counselling is seeking people with the following qualifications to join our team of counsellors: Registered or Clinical Psychologists, Accredited Mental Health Social Workers, Accredited Mental Health Occupational Therapists, Credentialed Mental Health Nurses or Masters-qualified Counsellors with Level 4 ACA Membership to join our team of Counsellors. For further information on registration requirements, please refer to the attached Position Description.

The position primarily entails the provision of individual counselling to students. It requires professional expertise in psychological counselling practices and young adult mental health. An understanding of a broad range of personal, psychological, life stage, cultural and study related issues and the ability to adopt appropriate counselling frameworks is essential for this position.

The Counsellor position reports to a Senior Counsellor. The core work of a Counsellor is the provision of counselling services to students. You will also develop and present specialist group programs, workshops and seminars and participate in projects that contribute to the professional practice of the centre. In addition, you will have the skills and knowledge to provide advice and support to the ANU community on matters relating to students who are distressed and/or acutely unwell. You will work within a large multidisciplinary Health and Wellbeing Service that comprises Clinical Intake, Student Safety and Wellbeing, Accessibility and the Medical Centre.

ANU offers a collaborative work environment, where you are supported to develop your skills while working alongside world leading academic and professional staff members. ANU Counselling is committed to supporting flexible work arrangements where possible within the operational demands of the Student Counsellor service.

For further information please contact Sophie Mayer, Senior Counsellor, E: ************ using the Subject: Student Counsellors Enquiry

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ***************

People from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit

Please note: ANU Counselling is unable to provide specialised supervision for the Clinical Registrar program.

For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit

ANU Counselling may merit list applicants for future counselling positions.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

Note: This is an on-site position