- Location: Bundoora Campus, Melbourne
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Continuing Position
- Attractive salary package offered, including generous benefits
About the Role
La Trobe University is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to join the Health and Wellbeing Centre, part of our Wellbeing Services team within the Student Experience and Employability Division. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the day-to-day operations of a vibrant and supportive multi-team hub designed to foster the health and wellbeing of our students and staff.
About La Trobe University
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where innovation, collaboration, and cultural inclusivity thrive. With stunning campuses and a strong focus on community engagement, we aim to transform lives and shape the future.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a diverse team of clinical and non-clinical staff, including intake, financial counselling, student legal services, and more.
- Oversee the daily operations of the Health and Wellbeing Centre, ensuring high-quality service delivery across campuses.
- Provide clinical supervision for staff, as well as intake, triage, and risk assessment for students accessing Wellbeing Services.
- Develop and implement a student clinical placement program for social work and psychology students.
- Foster collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service visibility and accessibility.
- Support students in distress and coordinate crisis intervention where needed.
- Contribute to strategic planning and continuous service improvement initiatives.
About You
You will bring strong leadership, management, and clinical expertise, with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team. Your advanced interpersonal skills will enable you to negotiate, influence, and build meaningful relationships. You are innovative and proactive, with a commitment to fostering inclusivity and delivering impactful wellbeing services.
Essential Criteria
- Qualifications in Social Work or Psychology and eligibility/membership with AASW or AHPRA.
- Extensive experience in mental health, wellbeing services, intake/triage, case management, and risk assessment.
- Proven leadership and management experience in clinical and non-clinical environments.
- Demonstrated ability to implement innovative solutions and manage complex psychosocial issues.
- Advanced knowledge of trauma-informed and victim-centered practices.
- A valid Victorian Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one.
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 9th February 2025
Position Enquiries: Amelia Hilbert a.hilbert@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD Team Leader Health and Wellbeing Centre.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (max 2 pages);
- An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
