Western Sydney University is a student-centered institution that ranks in the top two percent of universities worldwide ( Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). With a dynamic and diverse student community, the university is widely recognised for the high quality of its teaching and research.
The Sydney City Campus brings the same Western Sydney University experience to the heart of Australia’s most famous city. Western Sydney University's Sydney City Campus is co-located with pathway college SIBT, to ensure a supported transition to University for pathway students.
SIBT has been in operation since 1997 and is part of the Navitas Group, a leading global education provider delivering educational services to over 80,000 students annually.
For over 25 years, Navitas has prepared students around the world to be study-ready, work-ready and world-ready. As pioneers in the university pathway sector, we have more than 30 trusted partnerships with ambitious, forward-thinking universities around the world.
Through our unparalleled global reach across 24 countries, we help our partners achieve their goals of a stronger, more diverse student population, improved academic outcomes, superior student experiences, enhanced global profile and sustainable revenue.
Our Australasian university partners include Curtin University, Deakin University, Edith Cowan University, University of South Australia, University of Adelaide, La Trobe University, Western Sydney University, Griffith University, University of Canterbury and the University of Canberra.
Job Description
The Student Counsellor provides individual, group, educational and preventative programs which aim to enhance academic performance, assist resilience and overcome personal difficulties which may impede academic success. The Student Counsellor works closely with the Academic Success Team, Student Experience Officers and other staff teams to meet these goals.
The Student Counsellor aids students across a broad range of areas including;
* Counselling
* Welfare support, including for International Students who are under 18
* Disability support in relation to academic reasonable adjustment plans
* Student advocacy support (such as assistance with academic and procedural rules, appeals, and other processes) and
* Mental health and wellbeing educational projects and engagement activities, including workshops and events (e.g.: mental health, stress management, coping with homesickness).
You will need to possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated experience utilising these in diverse cultural setting, and experience counselling and advising students in an educational environment.
Qualifications
A Social Work or Psychology degree as well as eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a minimum 5 years relevant experience in these areas.
Additional Information
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
* At Navitas we promote and embrace an inclusive and diverse workforce. We believe equality, flexibility, and diversity deliver a rich collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and given opportunities to thrive.
* We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups.
How to Apply
Applications are assessed upon receipt and applications will close 29th May, 2025. For enquiries about the role, please contact Pru Wirth on P.Wirth@city.westernsydney.edu.au. To view other opportunities, please visit navitas.com/careers.
All applicants must have full working rights within Australia to be considered. It is a mandatory requirement for any incumbent of this position to have a current NSW employee Working With Children clearance in accordance with the NSW Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.