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About the Role

Western Sydney University's School of Social Sciences seeks qualified social workers for casual academic roles, supervising Social Work students on placement. This role involves providing external supervision, facilitating group and individual sessions, and conducting online placement visits to offer feedback on student progress. It's an opportunity to contribute to a growing Social Work program and support the next generation of practitioners.

Responsibilities

External supervision of Social Work students on placement
Conduct group and individual supervision sessions with students
Participate in two 30-minute online placement visits per supervised student to provide feedback on progress

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ experience working in the field
Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Minimum of five years’ post-qualifying experience
Demonstrated experience of social work student supervision
Understanding of the requirements for social work placements as per the AASW
Ability to work collaboratively within teaching teams
Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to negotiate, resolve conflict, and build productive and harmonious workplace relationships with students
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and establish effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills, including coordinating and completing documentation to adhere to firm and competing deadlines
Must provide evidence of working rights in Australia at the time of application

Skills

Social work student supervision
Oral and written communication
Interpersonal skills
Negotiation
Conflict resolution
Relationship building
Influencing
Organisational skills
Administrative skills

Location

Australia

Work Type

Casual
Academic

Experience Level

Minimum of five years’ experience working in the field
Minimum of five years’ post-qualifying experience

Education Level

Qualified social work degree

Salary/Compensations

AUD 70.22 - AUD 118.36 - hourly

Benefits

Supportive and flexible working arrangements
Opportunity to contribute to a growing and highly regarded Social Work program
Work with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences
Support the next generation of social work practitioners
Engage in professional education, reflective practice, and community-focused learning
Access to staff wellbeing and support initiatives

About the Company

Western Sydney University is a diverse, dynamic, and youthful university located in one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions. Its mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. Western is committed to being boldly different, energetic, global, and diverse.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.