Job Reference: 1688963

Curtin University is seeking experienced and compassionate Counsellors to join our Psychological and Counselling Services team and support the wellbeing, engagement and success of our diverse student community.

We currently have two opportunities available, with 1.0 FTE available for each position:

- Fixed-term parental leave cover for approximately six months, commencing in October 2026.
- Continuing position, commencing in December 2026.

While our preference is to fill each vacancy at 1.0 FTE, we recognise that flexibility matters and applications from candidates seeking part-time or job-share arrangements are also welcomed. Suitable arrangements will be considered based on operational requirements and the combination of successful applicants. We also anticipate that further Counsellor opportunities may become available in the near future. As part of this recruitment process, suitable candidates who are not appointed to one of the current vacancies may be placed in a recruitment talent pool and considered for similar future opportunities.

About the Role

As a Counsellor within Curtin’s Psychological and Counselling Services team, you will provide high-quality psychological assessment, counselling and therapeutic support to students across a broad range of presenting concerns.

You will join a large and highly supportive team of psychologists who work closely together, providing an opportunity for collaboration, shared expertise and collegial support that may not always be available in smaller services or agencies.

Working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will provide responsive, evidence-based and student-centred support, helping students to manage psychological, emotional and psychosocial challenges and remain engaged with their studies.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide psychological assessment and evaluate the psychological, emotional and behavioural needs of students.
- Develop appropriate treatment interventions and care plans using evidence-based approaches.
- Deliver short-term individual counselling and therapeutic interventions.
- Undertake intake, biopsychosocial and risk assessments, triage, safety planning and case management.
- Provide face-to-face and telehealth services.
- Deliver individual, group and, where appropriate, couples therapy.
- Liaise and consult with University staff, health professionals and external services.
- Facilitate referrals to external agencies and services where appropriate.
- Develop and deliver preventative psychoeducational workshops, webinars and programs for students and staff.
- Contribute to service planning, continuous improvement and the ongoing development of psychological and counselling services at Curtin.

SELECTION CRITERIA To be successful in this role, you will have:





- A relevant postgraduate qualification and eligibility for registration as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist in Australia, consistent with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in short-term intervention approaches for clients with high support needs.
- Strong assessment, counselling and therapeutic intervention skills.
- Demonstrated ability to support clients from culturally diverse backgrounds.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and liaise effectively with a range of professionals.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong commitment to inclusive, evidence-based and client-focused practice.

Experience in tertiary education, telehealth services and the development or delivery of group programs would be highly regarded.

Role Requirements

1. You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.
3. This role requires that the successful candidate undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
4. This role also requires General Registration with AHPRA without conditions.

Counselling, AccessAbility and Wellbeing Services at Curtin We support our students at a range of levels, from answering their questions about navigating the campus and settling into university life, to providing them with counselling, resources and advice during crises and other stressful situations. Our Counselling team offers the opportunity to work alongside a strong network of experienced psychologists in a supportive and collaborative environment, with colleagues able to share knowledge, perspectives and expertise across a diverse range of student presentations.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research.

Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence and impact are essential to everyday life.

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Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.





For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page: https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You

These positions attract a salary package of $122,699 - $130,758 (G08) per annum, pro rata for part-time arrangements, plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket.

Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit:

https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW, ensuring you attach the following documents:

- Up-to-date Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s essential selection criteria noted above.

As part of your application, you will also be asked to indicate:
- whether you would like to be considered for the continuing opportunity, fixed-term prospect, or both;
- your preferred FTE/working arrangement;
- whether you would be interested in a job-share arrangement; and
- whether you would like to be considered for future opportunities through the recruitment talent pool.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Applications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted. Applications close: 9pm (AWST), Sunday, 25 October 2026

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.

In addition to filling the current vacancies, this recruitment process may be used to establish a talent pool of suitable candidates for future Counsellor opportunities at Curtin University.

Candidates assessed as suitable through this recruitment process may be considered for similar continuing or fixed-term, full-time or part-time opportunities that become available during the life of the talent pool. Placement in the talent pool does not guarantee an offer of employment. Suitable candidates may be contacted as relevant opportunities arise.

📌 Counsellor - Multiple Opportunities (Perth)
🏢 Curtin University
📍 Perth