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Counsellor

Mid levelPart-timeHybridGreater Geelong, VIC, AustraliaPosted 4 months agoVerified 12 hours ago
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About the job

The Counsellor job at Deakin University is all about empowering students to thrive through evidence-based mental health support and guidance. This role is crucial in fostering a vibrant, mentally healthy campus environment, where diverse communities can flourish. The team values collaboration and inclusivity, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to succeed.

You'll be responsible for

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Delivering evidence-based mental health support

Providing effective assessments and short-term psychological interventions to improve student wellbeing and academic success.
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Managing complex mental health issues

Assessing and managing emerging and acute mental health issues among students, ensuring appropriate records are maintained.
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Collaborating with health professionals

Working with a multi-disciplinary team to evaluate and implement inclusive mental health services for students.

Key criteria

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Psychologist registration or social work membership

Valid registration with AHPRA or AASW for mental health support.

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Postgraduate qualifications or relevant experience

Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience in mental health.

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Experience in remote counselling

Proven experience providing counselling via phone and online.

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5 criteria for this job
Psychologist registration or social work membership
Valid registration with AHPRA or AASW for mental health support.

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Postgraduate qualifications or relevant experience
Postgraduate qualifications or extensive experience in mental health.

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Experience in remote counselling
Proven experience providing counselling via phone and online.

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Assessment and intervention skills
Advanced skills in psychological assessment and intervention.

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Knowledge of diverse student issues
Understanding of challenges faced by diverse student populations.

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