Careers at UniSC

• School of Law and Society, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs or Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie
• Sessional rate of $73.89 per hour plus 11% superannuation
• Casual opportunities

The Opportunity

School of Law & Society: Empowerment for Future-Ready Graduates

Our vibrant school combines practicality, inspiration, and rigor to shape future-ready, socially responsible graduates. With a focus on quality teaching and learning, we prioritise employability and flexibility, equipping students with the skills to navigate complex practical, ethical, and social challenges. Our inclusive environment fosters independent thinking and collaborative teamwork. Together, we'll work towards achieving your ambitions and making a positive impact on both local and global scales. Join us in contributing and innovating for a more just future through the fields of law and society.

The School of Law and Society is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to register to be part of a casual pool for Counselling Clinical Supervisors at Moreton Bay and Sippy Downs. 

In this role you will supervise Counselling students who are on placement in a clinical setting. As a dedicated educator you will engage in high-quality teaching, fostering a stimulating and inclusive learning environment for students. Your expertise will inspire and challenge learners, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel academically and professionally.

At UniSC, Clinical Supervisors are able to nominate the number of student groups they are available to supervise per semester, with each supervision group having five or six students totalling 21 or 24 hours per group over the course of each semester (students go out on placement twice per year in accordance with semester dates).

For more information on the School of Law and Society, please visit us online: School of Law and Society

You will:

• schedule six supervision sessions per student, combining individual and group supervision sessions over the duration of the placement period;
• provide clinical supervision and guidance on student placement experiences;
• provide feedback on case conceptualisation in supervision;
• discuss theories, frameworks, and approaches within the counselling field;
• facilitate student’s reflexive and reflective practice;
• provide ongoing feedback to students regarding their practice and emerging counselling skills development;
• advocate and promote Australian Counselling Association (ACA); Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and UniSC Student Placement Ethics; and
• facilitate regular liaison and feedback with the Clinical Educator in Counselling regarding student progress and any areas of concern.

About you:

You have extensive experience in facilitating, consulting, influencing and building credibility within a clinical environment. You are willing to share your expertise to contribute to the ongoing success of our clinical placements program and thrive on building links between our institution, industry partners and the broader community. By leveraging your expertise, you foster valuable connections that not only benefit our students but also contribute positively to our local and global communities.

You will possess:

• Accreditation as a Clinical Supervisor with a relevant body:  e.g. ACA; PACFA.
• Have a minimum of 5 years clinical experience
• Evidence of quality clinical supervision in various forms: including face to face and zoom.
• Undertake regular supervision as a supervisor

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

To be eligible to apply you must have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through the Careers at UniSC website.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the job advertisement. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, until all vacancies are filled. You will be required to provide your qualifications and photo identification prior to commencement.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Ms Kelly Thomson
Clinical Educator, Counselling
Telephone: 07 5430 1289
Email: kthomson1@usc.edu.au

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