• Full time fixed term until the 23rd of August 2026
  
• Play a key role in enhancing student wellbeing and growth with direct student engagement
  
• Base Salary of $99,455 + 17% superannuation
  

About the opportunity

As the Wellbeing Engagement Advisor, you will be at the heart of creating a vibrant, supportive student experience. In this role, you will design and deliver innovative wellbeing programs that empower students to thrive academically, personally, and socially. You will also provide tailored, evidence-based support that addresses the unique challenges students face, from academic pressures and financial concerns to mental health, cultural adjustment, and personal development through one-to-one consultations. By fostering a holistic approach to student wellbeing, you'll help build a healthier, more connected university community where every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Work in a cohesive and collaborative team reporting into the Manager, Student Wellbeing Engagement
  
• facilitate intake, screening, and assessment to connect students with appropriate wellbeing services and programs
  
• develop and promote wellbeing initiatives, events, and training in collaboration with Student Life leaders
  
• connect at-risk students with internal and external support services and personal development opportunities
  
• create individualized, student-centered wellbeing and referral plans to address diverse needs
  
• foster a safe, inclusive environment while contributing to policies, stakeholder collaboration, and student support programs
  

About you

• experience working in the mental health space in a role that has needed to respond to 'at risk' individuals or groups
  
• ability to speak a language other than English would be highly desirable
  
• an empathetic and warm manner, with the ability to make vulnerable students feel at ease
  
• proven experience in developing, promoting and delivering health and wellbeing programs
  
• experience in responding to individuals who present in crisis, including a strong knowledge of risk management frameworks
  
• ability to manage and prioritise a number of competing projects and tasks.
  

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Tara Ritchie, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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