"Student Counsellor"

Part-Time (0.5 FTE), Fixed Term for 2 years

Reference number: 167879620

About the position

As Australia's first private University, Bond University based at Robina, Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience. 

• Unique opportunity to make a positive impact on student welfare in a prestigious academic setting.
• Utilise your Registered Psychologist or Mental Health Accredited Social Work qualification for impactful mental health support.
• Embrace and celebrate the rich diversity of the university community.

Join Australia’s number one University for student experience*, and enjoy staff benefits including: 

• Free staff car parking
• 36.75 hour standard work week or pro rata for Part-Time
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• 17.5% of base salary leave loading
• Staff wellbeing program
• Study assistance for staff and dependents#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• EAP services available to all staff
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

Student Counsellors at Bond University offer a confidential on-campus counselling service to help students with a range of issues from study pressures to personal problems. As part of the Student Wellbeing & Success team, this role is responsible for providing a professional and confidential counselling service to students and staff (on occasion) of the University

Reporting to the Head of Service, Student Counselling, Health and Wellbeing the successful applicant will engage with the diverse demographics of our student cohort, playing a key role in shaping targeted mental health and wellbeing resources and awareness campaigns. Your expertise will be instrumental in conducting mental health assessments and delivering counselling support and interventions to individuals and groups. This is a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on student wellbeing in a tertiary academic setting. 

About the person

The successful candidate will have the following:

• A qualification in Psychology with AHPRA registration as a Psychologist or qualification in Social Work with Mental Health Accreditation and eligibility to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience including exposure to working with people experiencing complex mental health difficulties and supporting victims/survivors of gender violence and sexual harm.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse cohorts in an educational or comparable environment and offering targeted support across a wide range of problems pertinent to students, e.g., personal, social, cultural, academic, career and financial.
• Proven experience in responding to critical incidents and traumatic events including provision of high-level advice in relation to assessment of risk related to mental health and at-risk behaviour.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively monitor and prioritise workload.
• High level interpersonal and communication capability with capacity to engage effectively with senior leaders, staff and students.
• Availability to work part‑time, either 2.5 days per week or 5 days per fortnight (Monday to Wednesday) – desirable. 

Salary details

The salary for this 0.5FTE position commences at $56,405.50 per annum (Full-time Equivalent is $112,811 per annum) plus 12% superannuation per annum.

Please note: The fixed term of this employment contract will be for up to two years, with twelve months' probation. The prospect of conversion to a continuing employment contract will be discussed at the end of the contract term.

Additional information

Position related enquiries can be directed to Stephanie Cooper, Head of Service, Counselling, Health and Wellbeing on stecoope@bond.edu.au

 or 0428 620 671.

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria. 

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• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above

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Applications close: 11.59pm, Friday 27 February 2026

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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