Welfare Advisor

Macquarie University

North Ryde, NSW, Australia
Base: $111,643 - $121,045 py; bonus/equity: not sp...
Hybrid
Student welfare support
Risk assessment and escalation
Program coordination for international students
Macquarie University is seeking an experienced and compassionate Welfare Advisor to provide high-quality welfare support and coordinated care pathways for students

Job Summary

  • Macquarie University is seeking an experienced and compassionate Welfare Advisor to provide high-quality welfare support and coordinated care pathways for students.
  • The role includes leadership responsibilities for international student welfare programs and requires onsite presence with flexible working supported as needs arise.
  • Employees benefit from extensive training, flexible hybrid work arrangements, subsidised parking, onsite childcare, and access to health and wellbeing services.

Matching Summary

Macquarie University is seeking an experienced and compassionate Welfare Advisor to provide high-quality welfare support and coordinated care pathways for students.

Salary

Base: $111,643 - $121,045 per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation and annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Student welfare support
  • Risk assessment and escalation
  • Program coordination for international students
  • Stakeholder relationship management
  • Case management and welfare support

Nice-to-have

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Service promotion and awareness activities
  • Data-informed service improvements
  • Leadership and supervision skills

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Health, Social Work, Psychology, Education, Law or related discipline
  • Experience in welfare or wellbeing support in higher education or community services
  • Strong understanding of Australian higher education sector and CRICOS
  • Ability to assess and escalate risk presentations
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organisational and problem-solving skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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