Student Counsellor

Company Description

SAE University College, part of the leading global education provider Navitas, delivers hands-on, industry-led higher education courses in Animation, Audio, Creative Industries, Design, Film, Games & Music.

With 52 campuses globally and 6 across Australia, SAE is part of a global creative media network, challenging and encouraging people to fulfil their creative potential, with a strategic vision to be the world’s leading educator for the creative industries. 

Job Description

The Student Counsellor plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality professional counselling services to SAE students, supporting them to fully realise their personal and academic goals. The role contributes to a range of support and development activities aimed at strengthening the SAE community and provides consultation to campus staff. The Student Counsellor works individually, under the clinical supervision of the National Manager of Counselling and Wellbeing, with autonomy in prioritising and completing tasks. This involves working cooperatively in both clinical and campus team environments, and a capacity to balance outreach programs with the provision of individual counselling services within a part-time role. part-time position. This role can work from the Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne SAE campus.

Qualifications

A relevant tertiary qualification e.g. Social Work, Psychology or Counselling, and current membership of the appropriate professional association: 

• Demonstrated proficiency and efficacy in counselling clients from diverse social and cultural backgrounds with a broad range of issues, including complex and high-risk presentations.
• Proven high level of competence in responding to urgent mental health presentations, triage, case management and liaison/advice regarding appropriate mental health first aid.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislative, ethical and practice requirements e.g. confidentiality, privacy, anti-discrimination, mandatory reporting.
• Demonstrated capability to facilitate appropriate and effective referrals as needed.
• Proven ability to plan, implement and evaluate groups and/or training and development workshops, particularly with an outreach focus.

Additional Information

At SAE our employee perks and benefits include: 

• Unlimited global career opportunities across the Navitas portfolio
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes
• Health & well-being packages including free counselling and well-being specialist support for employees and family members
• Discounted gym memberships, private health insurance, movie tickets, travel, hotels, insurance and selected retailers
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities

Diversity Equity and Inclusion:
SAE University College, as part of Navitas, promotes and embraces an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity deliver a rich and collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are, feel safe, supported, and are given opportunities to thrive. 

Join our team today and work alongside by industry-leading teachers who live and breathe their creative passion and understand what drives creativity in their students.

How to Apply: 

• Submit your CV (if including a cover letter please note you can upload this on the 2nd page of the application process)
• Please note applicants are assessed upon receipt so you are encouraged to apply now.

Like to find out more? Don’t hesitate to reach out.
For a confidential discussion please contact: Dr Sonia Kalsi, National Manager Counselling & Wellbeing

About Navitas 
Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. The Navitas portfolio employs over 5000 staff and supports over 60,000 students and encompasses a broad selection of partners, locations, and opportunities, including university pathway programs, English language qualifications, employment training, creative media training, and more.