Student Wellbeing Coordinator

Centre for Deliberative Democracy; Bruce (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible policies

On-site gym

On-site medical services

Grocery store

Early childhood facilities

Job summary

University of Canberra is seeking a Student Wellbeing Coordinator (UC6) to support delivery of student wellbeing services on campus. The role focuses on frontline, trauma-informed, strengths-based, student-centred assistance to promote resilience and retention.

You will liaise with staff and students, provide timely guidance, and stay informed on sector initiatives supporting wellbeing and equity. Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 30 August 2026.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary education and experience in social work, psychology, or relevant field would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, support and advice to students and staff to enhance engagement, wellbeing and success.
• Deliver frontline student wellbeing support using trauma-informed, strengths-based and student-centred approaches across in-person, phone and virtual interactions.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of sector initiatives and programs that support student wellbeing and success, focusing on students experiencing vulnerabilities.

Skills

Trauma-informed

Empathy

Student-centered

Education

Tertiary education in social work or psychology

Job description

• Make Every Connection Count. Support and Empower a Diverse Student Community
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $91,509 pa - $98,506 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, 12-month Fixed Term Opportunity

About Us

University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation & opportunity. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate outcomes and student support, UC values progress over perfection, inclusion over competition, and real-world impact over prestige. If you’re looking for a career that matters, where you can belong, grow, and help shape what’s next, you’ll find your place at UC.

About The Role

This role supports the delivery of student wellbeing services through a holistic and collaborative approach that enhances the student experience, builds community and promotes student resilience and retention.

A key element of this role is to provide timely and appropriate frontline student support from trauma-informed, strengths based and student-centered approaches. This can include crisis support, liaison with and referral to internal and external stakeholders and support networks and general advice and guidance about navigating UC policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, support and advice to students and staff of the University to enhance student engagement, wellbeing and success.
• Deliver frontline student wellbeing support using trauma-informed, strengths-based and student-centred approaches across in-person, phone and virtual interactions.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of sector initiatives and programs that support student wellbeing and success, with a particular focus on students experiencing multiple and intersecting vulnerabilities.

Position Description - Student Wellbeing Coordinator (UC6).pdf

About You

You are someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys working with diverse communities beyond UC, and is committed to making a meaningful impact in students’ lives. You will be part of a supportive team dedicated to student success and wellbeing with opportunities for professional development and meaningful engagement. As this is a student facing role, the work is required to be on campus.

Relevant tertiary education and experience in social work, psychology, or relevant field would be advantageous.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be further explored on our "Work at UC" site such as

• flexible, family-friendly policies
• on site gym
• on site medical services
• a grocery store
• Early Childhood Education and Care facilities

We believe people deserve to feel welcome, supported, and empowered to realise their potential. Being a values based organisation, UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via our Reconnected Strategy. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility

• Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. The successful candidate will be required to have or obtain a current ACT WWVP.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 30 August 2026