Mental Health Adviser
- The University of Queensland
- Australia, QLD
- Jul 8, 2026
Job Description:
Make a real impact supporting student wellbeing through complex care and innovative programs
Full-time, Permanent with Base salary in the range of $106,709- $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
Based at our Vibrant St Lucia Campus.
About This Opportunity
Join a dedicated student support team delivering urgent mental health care, triage functions, and student safety coordination. The Mental Health Advisor focuses on supporting students with complex or sensitive needs, while also contributing to programs, initiatives, and service improvements that enhance student wellbeing, safety, and inclusion across UQ.
Key responsibilities will include:
Provide trauma-informed response services to support students’ wellbeing
Assess risk and need to coordinate tailored care for complex student needs
Deliver expert advice on student safety, welfare, and mental health
Design and lead initiatives that enhance wellbeing and inclusion
Drive service improvements through data, insight, and innovation
About You
Relevant degree (e.g. psychology, social work) + 4+ years experience
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and rapport
Experience managing complex, sensitive, or high-risk cases
Ability to apply policy, legislation, and ethical frameworks
Sound judgement, problem solving, and risk assessment skills
Ability to manage workload and competing priorities effectively
Strong written skills for reports, case notes, and documentation
Collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sheldon Pace on [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday 20 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66462).
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Job Description:
Make a real impact supporting student wellbeing through complex care and innovative programs
Full-time, Permanent with Base salary in the range of $106,709- $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)
Based at our Vibrant St Lucia Campus.
About This Opportunity
Join a dedicated student support team delivering urgent mental health care, triage functions, and student safety coordination. The Mental Health Advisor focuses on supporting students with complex or sensitive needs, while also contributing to programs, initiatives, and service improvements that enhance student wellbeing, safety, and inclusion across UQ.
Key responsibilities will include:
Provide trauma-informed response services to support students’ wellbeing
Assess risk and need to coordinate tailored care for complex student needs
Deliver expert advice on student safety, welfare, and mental health
Design and lead initiatives that enhance wellbeing and inclusion
Drive service improvements through data, insight, and innovation
About You
Relevant degree (e.g. psychology, social work) + 4+ years experience
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and rapport
Experience managing complex, sensitive, or high-risk cases
Ability to apply policy, legislation, and ethical frameworks
Sound judgement, problem solving, and risk assessment skills
Ability to manage workload and competing priorities effectively
Strong written skills for reports, case notes, and documentation
Collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sheldon Pace on [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday 20 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66462).
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