Subject Coordinator - Master of Counselling

Role type: Full-time; Fixed term for 2 years Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/School: School of Health Sciences – Department of Social Work Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super Pioneering new online Master of Counselling / Lead curriculum and subject development / Collaborate with expert multidisciplinary educators Join us to design, coordinate and teach innovative online counselling subjects that build future-ready practitioners. Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity: You will shape curriculum and subjects for a new fully online Master of Counselling launching in 2026 .You will teach and coordinate online subjects, and support educators to deliver engaging, practice-relevant learning experiences. What you will deliver: Design and refine online Master of Counselling curriculum in partnership with academic leaders and Melbourne Online specialists. Develop, coordinate and review online subject content, ensuring high quality, coherent learning experiences across the degree. Teach counselling subjects online and supervise, mentor and support online educators contributing to the program. Ensure subject delivery, assessment and academic integrity comply with departmental, University and professional accreditation requirements. Contribute to departmental governance, planning, policy development and community partnerships that strengthen the program’s impact. You may be a great fit if you: Hold a Master of Counselling or equivalent and meet eligibility requirements for ACA membership. Bring experience designing and developing counselling, social work or human services curricula, particularly for online delivery. Demonstrate successful teaching and coordination of counselling subjects, with evidence of innovation and flexibility in online modes. Exhibit strong organisational skills, managing multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining high academic and service standards. Build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, collaborating to achieve shared program and departmental goals. Show clear commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and reconciliation within teaching, curriculum and professional practice . For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – “ Department of Social Work ” You will join the Department of Social Work within the School of Health Sciences, a recognised regional leader. The department has a strong research profile and deep partnerships with government, non- government and professional human service agencies. Our team delivers innovative on-campus and online programmes, including advanced social work and human services qualifications. You will collaborate with experienced educators and Melbourne Online specialists to shape a new flagship Master of Counselling. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb . We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process . Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at . Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Want to know more? For questions related to our recruitment process email For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. Applications close: Tuesday 22 September at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: PD Subject Coordinator M Counselling.docx PD Subject Coordinator M Counselling.pdf