Wellbeing Officer/Counsellor

Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. We create life-changing opportunities to learn by delivering an extensive range of educational services to over 60,000 aspirational students across our global network each year.

The Wellbeing Officer/Counsellor is responsible for creating a caring College environment which recognises the diversity of our students. They will be responsible for raising the profile of student support services across the college and increase the help-seeking behaviours and mental health awareness of students.  The Wellbeing Officer/Counsellor will be responsible for providing counselling to students on welfare matters, the development of programs and services which promote the well-being of students, liaison with academic staff, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders on student support needs, referral and advocacy.

• A relevant Master’s degree and/or formal counselling qualification, combined with substantial relevant work experience
• Membership or eligibility to be a member with a Professional body eg PACFA, ACA, APAC, APS, AASW
• Demonstrated experience in the development and delivery of student support programs for students, preferably in a tertiary environment
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to consult, counsel and liaise with a wide range people from culturally diverse backgrounds

What we can offer 

• We offer careers across our global operations
• We recognise and reward
• We understand the importance of showing appreciation
• We care for you. We offer a range of employee benefits, support to help you be your best, and flexibility, to help us all thrive
• Navitas is where work has meaning. Our impact is far-reaching – we create lasting legacies for students and communities
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for your development
• 2 days a year volunteer leave for causes you are passionate about

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

Applicants are assessed upon receipt, so you are encouraged to apply now. To view other opportunities, please visit navitas.com/careers 

All applicants must have full working rights within Australia to be considered. Successful candidates depending on their role maybe, required to provide a Working with Children Check and undergo a Police Check