Indigenous Social and Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner
University of MelbourneRole type: Part Time; Fixed term until February 2027
Department/School: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: UoM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
Culturally safe support role / foster Indigenous student success / collaborate within dedicated Indigenous unit
Apply now to contribute to the wellbeing and academic success of Indigenous students at the University of Melbourne
Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity
As an Indigenous Social and Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to provide culturally safe, holistic support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, fostering their emotional, spiritual, cultural, and mental wellbeing. You will collaborate with a dedicated team within Murrup Barak, enhancing the student experience and ensuring they feel culturally supported and connected throughout their academic journey.
Your responsibilities will include:
Provide Personalised Wellbeing Support: Offer one-on-one culturally appropriate social and emotional wellbeing support to Indigenous students.
Facilitate Culturally Safe Practices: Conduct yarning, informal counselling, and wellbeing check-ins grounded in Indigenous SEWB frameworks.
Develop and Deliver Workshops: Create and conduct workshops focused on wellbeing, resilience, healing, and cultural identity.
Build Community Connections: Foster relationships with Elders, community members, and cultural mentors to enrich student experiences.
You may be a great fit if:
You identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and have experience supporting Indigenous people in a wellbeing, health, education, or community setting, utilising your strong interpersonal skills to build trusted relationships.
You may also:
Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trusted relationships.
Be capable of working independently and as part of a culturally safe, multidisciplinary team.
Have relevant qualifications in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Youth Work, or a related field.
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 fulfillment, including:
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.
Murrup Barak
Murrup Barak means ‘the spirit of Barak’ in Woiwurrung language. We chose this name to honour the memory of William Barak – a visionary Wurundjeri leader. Our diverse team supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through outreach, engagement, wellbeing and academic programs (including the Indigenous Tutorial Access Scheme), working closely with Student and Scholarly Services, the Chancellery and Indigenous Leadership. We provide a safe, responsive and empowering service for First Peoples considering or studying at the University of Melbourne.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alexandra Beasley via email at alexandra.beasley@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description:
Application deadline: Wednesday 11 March 2026 at 11.59PM Melbourne time.