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James Cook University (JCU) is dedicated to ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to access, engage and participate in all levels of university life.

Are you passionate about creating equitable learning environments and breaking down barriers to education? Join JCU as an AccessAbility Advisor and play a key role in supporting and empowering students with disabilities, neurodivergence, injuries and health conditions to thrive throughout their academic journey.

• Continuing position
• Part-time: 18.125 hours per week / 0.5 FTE
• Based at the Cairns Nguma-bada campus, Smithfield
• HEWL 8: $108,964 - $125,126 per annum (pro-rata) plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

Joining a team of passionate professionals, you’ll collaborate with academic and professional staff across the University to identify and implement reasonable adjustments that remove barriers to learning and student participation in activities and events. By assessing individual student needs, developing tailored support plans, and connecting students with other support services, you’ll help create a learning environment that fosters independence, confidence, and academic success.

More than just case management, this role places you at the heart of equity and inclusion - facilitating workshops and training to build awareness and capability among staff and students, while contributing your expertise to policy development and continuous service improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring qualifications in a relevant field such as occupational therapy, psychology, social work, counselling or education, along with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or professional registration or membership with one of the following:

• Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
• Psychology Board of Australia
• Australian Association of Social Workers
• Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors or Rehabilitation Counselling Association of Australasia
• Queensland College of Teachers.

You’ll have proven experience supporting people with diverse disabilities and health conditions, with demonstrated ability to assess, develop and evaluate reasonable adjustments and support services in accordance with legislative requirements - ideally within a tertiary education setting. Your knowledge of inclusive and universal design principles, combined with exceptional communication and organisational skills, and your ability to manage complex casework and competing priorities, will enable your success in the role. It is also a requirement to hold a current (or be able to obtain promptly) Queensland Working with Children Blue card.

ABOUT THE STUDENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT DIRECTORATE

The Student Services and Support Directorate is responsible for managing and coordinating a broad range of student administrative and enquiry management functions and services that are critical to the student experience. Services cover the stages of the student life cycle, from once admitted to a course through to graduation. Areas within the Directorate include Academic Administration and Enrolment; Client Services, Communications and Engagement; Inclusion, Wellbeing and Outreach; Student Finance and Scholarships; Examinations and Graduations; and Student Matters.

SHAPE YOUR FUTURE WITH JCU

At JCU we’re not just shaping minds; we’re shaping the future.

As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world’s most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.

Find out more about JCU, our Careers and our locations.

 
WHY JCU?

JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave or 12 months at half pay
• A range of flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Ongoing professional development support
• Fitness Passport
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Well-equipped campus facilities with access to on-site cafes, fitness and sporting amenities

HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success.

Applications close on Wednesday 20 August at 11:55 PM AEST.

Please note, as the role requires an urgent commencement, we are seeking applications from candidates who currently hold valid Australian work rights.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Grace James on (07) 4781 3267 or email grace.james@jcu.edu.au.

ABOUT OUR PROCESS

At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.

Please visit our Information Privacy Policy to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

WHAT MATTERS TO US AT JCU

• Our People - Our staff, students, and the communities we serve
• Our Education - Knowledge has the power to change lives
• Our Place – the Tropics and beyond
• Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.  We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.