Address- Aboriginal Education Centre - Ballarat Campus
- Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 12 months
- HEW 7 - $94,535 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
In accordance with the University's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Workforce Strategy; and under Special Measures Section 12, 28 and 88 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010; the University has designated this position as an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position.
Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About the role
You will develop and implement culturally specific healing programs and support frameworks that address the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. In addition, you will provide expert cultural consultation to university staff and work collaboratively with the Health and Wellbeing team, and collaboratively review existing policies and procedures and make recommendations.
You will:
- create and implement culturally specific health and wellbeing plans for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students;
- develop programs to support health and wellbeing with a focus on student retainment and completion;
- build and develop relationships with key government, community and university stakeholders; and
- maintain confidential student case notes, records and communication logs.
About you
You will have knowledge and understanding of the cultural strengths, issues and challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and the available support services to assist in educational engagement and retention. In additional, you will have an understanding of associated legislative requirements including mandatory reporting, OH&S, anti-discrimination, privacy and duty of care.
You will possess demonstrated:
- knowledge and an in depth understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and cultures;
- cultural and theoretical knowledge, practice, and skills to develop and implement culturally specific healing programs and support frameworks;
- skills and experience in working with a diverse and broad range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families; and
- interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish collaborative and effective relationships.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 26 May 2024.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 31 May 2024
Applicants are required to submit a resume and suitability statement.
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