Oasis Coordinator

Position Details

• Continuing tendersglobal.net Full-Time

• Higher Education Officer Level 7 tendersglobal.net $94,206 – $104,282 p.a.

• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

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About the Student Life Division

The Student Life division ensures the delivery of student-centred support across the student lifecycle that underpins the University’s broader strategic visions by delivering support services and functions that facilitate and enhance the academic mission of the institution.  The Student Life division provides support services and programs that contribute to the student experience and success, including in the areas of health, counselling, disability services, orientation and transition, retention, student wellbeing, and student engagement through the activities of the Flinders University Student Association

About the Role

The Oasis Centre is a student community wellbeing centre focussed on supporting student success.  Flinders University is seeking a proactive Oasis Coordinator, to lead the provision of programs, events and activities aimed at enhancing the mental health, wellbeing, connectedness and success of students.

Working as part of the Student Life Division, you will be responsible for increasing the visibility and access to mental health and wellbeing resources and services through coordinated campaigns and events both at Oasis and through outreach programs. You will consult with the Wellbeing Working Group to develop and deliver projects from the Whole-of-University Wellbeing Plan, and coordinate training to students and staff that focus on mental health and wellbeing.

You will also be required to:

• Coordinate the Oasis Centre, which includes establishing key directions, managing staff and volunteers, and ensuring appropriate use of the Centre.

• Undertake the development, coordination, and delivery of an annual program of events and activities that promote mental health and wellbeing of all students, including activities that encourage seeking help, reduction of stigma regarding mental ill health, diversity, and acceptance.

• Provide leadership to a dedicated team of staff and volunteers in the continued development and delivery of programs and activities.

About You

The successful Oasis Coordinator will have sound knowledge and experience working in areas relating to health promotion, mental health, and wellbeing, and will prove their ability to develop, deliver and evaluate effective services and programs. You will be a positive and motivating individual committed to fostering a positive work culture, and building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including students from a diverse background, staff, and external providers.

The Oasis Coordinator will also demonstrate:

• Experience to lead, motivate and develop high performing teams and the ability to support teams through change.

• Practical understanding of community development and community engagement approaches including demonstrated skills in the recruitment and management of volunteers.

• Evidence of health promotion experience outlining specific campaigns and mental health wellbeing projects.

Life at Flinders

We’re transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don’t just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options

• Flexible working arrangements

• Wide range of professional development activities and services

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff

• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services , gym  and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.

• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy  

• It is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working With Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA).

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description .

• For more information regarding this position, please contact Daniel Randell

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

Certification

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

18 Feb 2024

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Flinders. Fearless.