Casual Academic Eligibility List – Social Work Field External Supervisors

Work with a diverse, dynamic academic community in one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most exciting regions. The School of Social Sciences, Western Sydney University, invites expressions of interest from qualified social workers who are interested in casual academic work to participate in the external supervision of Social Work students on placement.

Social Work represents one of the largest programs in the School of Social Sciences, offering both undergraduate and postgraduate accredited degrees. The positions of casual Social Work Supervisors exist to meet the requirements in accordance with the Social Work degree, to provide Social Work students on placement with supervision by a qualified social worker. The opportunity to have supervision, explore social work themes, relate theories to practice, engage in anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice, and undertake reflective practice is a key aspect of these roles.

The Opportunity

• The external supervision of Social Work students on placement
• External supervision will be conducted in groups and individual sessions with students
• Participate in two 30-minute online placement visits for each supervised student to provide feedback about student progress

Availability
Supervision opportunities may arise throughout Autumn and Spring semesters.

About You

• Applicants are required to have a minimum of five years’ experience working in the field.
• Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), i.e. qualified social work with a minimum of five years’ post-qualifying experience
• Demonstrated experience of social work student supervision, and an understanding of what the requirements are for social work placements, as per the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Ability to work collaboratively within teaching teams
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate, resolve conflict, and build productive and harmonious workplace relationships with a student
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and establish effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including relevant professional networks, agencies and organisations
• Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills, including coordinating and completing documentation to adhere to firm and competing deadlines

Why Join Western

• Supportive and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and highly regarded Social Work program
• Work with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Support the next generation of social work practitioners
• Engage in professional education, reflective practice, and community-focused learning
• Access to staff wellbeing and support initiatives

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Please contact Vicky Ganas at v.ganas@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1516M.
• Closing Date: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed as opportunities arise.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of working rights in Australia at the time of application.

Application Process

• Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this EOI. Please include your current resume.
• Applications submitted to the Casual Academic Talent Pool will remain active and may be considered for opportunities as they arise across the School of Social Sciences.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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