28 Nov
Griffith University
Southport
Company Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Job Description
Griffith Health are excited to share a fixed-term/secondment opportunity for the role of Placement Officer for the Commonwealth-funded project, Mental Health Pathways to Practice Program Pilot. This position commences as soon as possible and will end with the completion of the project funding period on 27 November 2026.
The Placement officer position is a full-time opportunity based at the Gold Coast, supporting the Social Work and Occupational Therapy disciplines to deliver the placement innovation in Mental Health. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will undertake a range of administrative tasks to support the team to deliver and measure the placement activities relating to the project.
The role will be part of the Mental Health Pathways to Practice Program team, under the direction of the Project Manager, working closely with academic staff from the Occupational Therapy and Social Work disciplines, the Discipline Leads, and Placement and Partnerships Team Leader.
About you
We are seeking a team member who is motivated, highly organised and experienced administrators/placement officers who thrive in a dynamic work environment. Ability to work in a team, high attention to detail,
and intermediate to advanced software skills are required. Placement experience would be beneficial.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Providing administrative support for student placement including the allocation, coordination, and management of placement programs.
- Coordinating the design of robust processes utilising Sonia and other available software to meet the specific program outcome requirements and reporting.
- Assisting with the assessment of student eligibility for scholarships associated with the program pilot.
- Supporting the academic staff in capacity building of placements in Mental Health and supporting the ongoing relationships with industry partners.
- Coordinating the establishment and administration of placement agreements as needed.
- Attending meetings of relevance to the role, including placement officer meetings at the School and Health Group, discipline-specific meetings for OT and Social Work, and project meetings.
Salary range
The full-time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 5 range $79,705 - $89,416 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $93,255 - $104,617 per annum.
Additional Information
Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture.
We offer:
- Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Up-to-date Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the Position Description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
For further information specifically about this role, please contact Jenna Casey, Project Manager at [email protected].
For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].
Closing date: Sunday, 7 December 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
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