Team Lead/Senior Counsellor, Bundoora Counselling Services

• Full-time, Fixed term till 04/10/2027
• Located at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Generous package, including 17% Superannuation and a range of employee benefits
• Be part of a passionate and innovative team
• HEO8 – from $119,264 per annum + 17% Superannuation

About the position

The position of Team Leader & Senior Counsellor – Bundoora is responsible for providing strategic, clinical and operational leadership for the Counselling Service at the Bundoora campus and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, student-centred counselling and mental health services that promote the wellbeing, safety and academic success of the University community.

As a senior member of the Wellbeing Services leadership team, the role also drives service innovation, contributes to strategic planning and continuous quality improvement, strengthens relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and fosters a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team culture.

Mandatory Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Qualifications in Psychology (and registration with AHPRA) or Social Work (and eligibility for or current membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers ie AASW) and extensive post-qualification experience in the provision and management of counselling and/or psychotherapeutic services, including the management and overview of complex clinical problems and situations requiring immediate intervention.
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills with experience in managing and leading staff to promote a cohesive and effective team and managing workflows. 
• Extensive experience working in a high-demand service and the capacity to be flexible and responsive to the changing demands on the service and demonstrated high level of self-motivation and personal management skills.
• Ability to be responsible for program/system development and implementation and experience developing innovative solutions and contributing to strategic planning.
• Comprehensive knowledge of policy, reporting and legislative requirements associated with the disciplines of Psychology and Social Work.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

https://youtu.be/6KCZyoQfw7E 

Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm on Monday the 7th of September, 2026.

Please note: Applicants that have applied previously need not apply again.

Applications may be assessed as they are received, prior to the closing date. Accordingly, applicants are encouraged to submit their application at the earliest opportunity, as the recruitment process may progress before the advertised closing date.

Position Enquiries:  Jo Padbury via Email J.Padbury@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:  Madeleine Parker via Email M.Parker@latrobe.edu.au

Position Description below:

 PD - Team Leader Senior Counsellor Bundoora Counselling Service.docx

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• An up-to-date resume and
• A Cover letter,
• A separate document addressing each point of the Skills and knowledge required for the position located in the PD

 Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.