"Wellbeing Adviser (Law School)"

Job Description:

• Be part of a dynamic and professional team supporting students’ mental health and wellbeing.
• Work across UWA Law School and Graduate Research School
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months with a possibility of extension, commencing early 2026.
• Base salary range: $95,231– $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The division of Student Wellbeing and Engagement facilitates a high-quality student experience through the provision of integrated and comprehensive services. The Wellbeing team is responsible for the delivery of the UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework focusing on opportunities for early intervention and timely access to low barrier services. Student Wellbeing and Engagement has five broad areas of Complex Case Management, Counselling and Psychological services; early intervention services and cohort initiatives in Student Wellbeing; Student Engagement through Grand Challenges and the provision of a contemporary onboarding experience; and primary prevention initiatives and clinical response to gender-based violence through the Respectful and Safer Communities team.

About the opportunity

• Provide specialist counselling and case management support to students impacted by sexual assault/harassment, or at a perceived risk of harm to self or others or displaying concerning behaviour and/or experiencing mental health challenges.
• Liaise and consult with relevant university staff, student bodies and external stake holders to support student mental health and wellbeing.
• Develop and deliver early intervention activities such as workshops and events throughout the year aimed at promoting student wellbeing.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Current registration with an associated professional organisation such as Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia); or ACA (Australian Counselling Association).
• Demonstrated relevant experience working with and responding to disclosures of sexual assault/harassment, and family and domestic violence at an appropriate level.
• A minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience in the provision of mental health support including suicide crisis and risk assessment and intervention.
• Experience in the delivery of programs, training and initiatives aimed at community education.

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Wellbeing Adviser (Law School) – 521468.pdf

Position description: PD - Student Wellbeing Advisor HDR – 521469.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Linda Jenkins at linda.jenkins@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 4 January 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.