Course Director - Master of Counselling

Role type:

Full time; Fixed term for 12 months Faculty:

Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS) Department:

Department of Social Work, School of Health Sciences Salary:

Level D - $183,859 - $202,556 p.a. plus 17% super

Lead groundbreaking online education / Collaborate with diverse academic teams / Shape the future of counselling education

Apply now to lead the Master of Counselling programme, driving innovation and excellence in online education.

Investing in you – benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programmes, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity As the Course Director for the Master of Counselling, you will spearhead the development and implementation of a pioneering online programme, working closely with Melbourne Online and the Department of Social Work. You'll have the opportunity to lead a team of educators, influence curriculum design, and ensure the highest quality standards in counselling education. This role offers a unique chance to engage with stakeholders and contribute to strategic community partnerships, all while advancing your career in a supportive academic environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Provide Strategic Leadership: Design, develop, and continuously improve the curriculum for the online Master of Counselling degree.

Coordinate and Lead Educational Teams: Oversee Subject Coordinators and Online Educators in the programme's delivery as well as directly coordinate and teach into subjects.

Manage Accreditation Processes: Lead the preparation and submission of documentation for University and external accreditation approvals.

Enhance Student Experience: Maintain high-quality online learning through regular reviews and support placement models.

You may be a great fit if: You are a highly motivated educational leader with a Doctorate in counselling or equivalent with ACA membership eligibility, experienced in developing innovative online graduate programmes and adept at engaging stakeholders across various domains.

You may also:

Have a proven track record in course and subject development, particularly in online modes.

Demonstrate experience in leading and supporting educational teams.

Exhibit strong interpersonal skills with strategic judgement and empathetic leadership.

Be committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation initiatives.

What we offer you!

Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‑being

Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‑life balance

Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

Health and well‑being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team Department of Social Work, School of Health Sciences. Social Work is a leading department within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, established in 1940. In addition to the Master of Social Work it offers online post‑qualifying courses such as the Master of Advanced Social Work and the Master of Health and Human Services.

Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‑safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We’re committed to a barrier‑free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard at +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr‑careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: ‘Recruitment Adjustments’). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied‑hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.

Please note This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we’ll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

Resume

Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

The responses against the Essential Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Corey Menadue at hr‑careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job‑specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close:

26 February 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

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