Student Wellbeing Advisor/HDR & Wellbeing Adviser (Law School)

The University of Western Australia; Crawley; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Crawley is seeking a full-time mental health support specialist to provide counselling and case management for students. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, two years of experience in mental health support, and registration with a professional body. Key responsibilities include developing early intervention strategies and liaising with university staff. This fixed-term position offers a base salary of $95,231–$100,643 plus superannuation. Applications close on January 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in mental health support, including crisis assessment.
• Experience responding to disclosures of sexual assault/harassment.
• Proven ability to develop early intervention activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist counselling to students facing mental health challenges.
• Liaise with university staff and external stakeholders to support student wellbeing.
• Develop workshops aimed at promoting mental health awareness.

Skills

Counselling skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Community education

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Current registration with AASW or equivalent

Job description

The University of Western Australia – Crawley WA

• 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 stakeholders 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.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Linda Jenkins at *************@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.

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

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.