Job Title: Principal Student Advisor
About This Opportunity:
As a Principal Student Advisor, you will play a crucial role in supporting students' academic and personal well-being by providing guidance on a range of topics, including financial assistance, accommodation, and disability support.
You will also develop and deliver programs to address specific student needs, such as transition, adjustment, and mental health.
The position functions as part of a larger team within Student Support and Wellbeing Services, working closely with other key providers including Student Counselling, Academic Skills Advisers, Libraries and Academic Units.
This role will also act as a referral service to external agencies and internal specialist areas.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide individual and group support to students, addressing their academic, personal, and wellbeing needs.
* Oversee and coordinate support services for students with disabilities, ensuring they have the necessary accommodations and resources.
* Develop and implement student support programs and initiatives and evaluate their effectiveness.
* Mentor and supervise staff, providing guidance and training on student support practices.
* Collaborate with academic staff, other support services, and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to student support.
* Conduct research to inform best practices in student support and contribute to the development of innovative strategies.
* Undertake strategic applied research proactively, ensuring effective operations to support students with a permanent or temporary disability, including illness and injury, during their studies.
* Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor.
About You:
* You hold a relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Behavioural Science, or Psychology) and significant experience in student support or a related field.
* You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport, provide empathetic support, and negotiate effectively.
* You possess excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and resolve complex issues.
* You have experience in developing and implementing student support programs and initiatives.
* You are able to identify student needs and tailor interventions accordingly.
* You have proficiency in using technology to deliver services and communicate with students, including online appointments, meetings, and workshops.
About The University of Queensland:
We value diversity and inclusion and believe that our community becomes stronger when we all work together. Our commitment is to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.
Please note that shortlisting and interviews may be held prior to the date above and UQ reserves the right to close the recruitment process early. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.