At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and coordinate placements for psychology students in clinical and community settings.
- Company: Top-ranked university in Australia focused on student support and lifelong learning.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Part-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while shaping future psychologists.
- Qualifications: Experience in psychology placements and knowledge of industry regulations required.
The predicted salary is between 113125 - 113125 $ per year.
Manage placements for psychology students.
Institute of Health and Wellbeing – Ballarat or Berwick Campus
Part-time (0.8), continuing appointment
HEW 8 - $113,125 p.a. (pro-rata) plus up to 17% superannuation
Position closing date: 29/03/2026
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make a difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
About the role
As an integral member of the team, you contribute to the development and management of postgraduate placements for psychology students. You will support students and conduct reviews of placement progress ensuring the development of psychological skills in assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based psychological intervention.
You will:
- manage placements for postgraduate psychology students in various clinical and community settings;
- lead communication, and develop and maintain relationships with external agencies, hospitals, clinics, and organisations;
- ensure that all placements meet academic standards and comply with relevant industry requirements and regulations (APAC, AHPRA, PsyBA);
- manage APAC competency requirements ensuring logbooks, mid and end placement review documents are completed.
About you
You will have demonstrated experience in coordinating, assessing, and providing clinical supervision in psychology placements or internships, preferably within a higher education setting leading to psychological registration with AHPRA.
You will possess:
- experience in providing leadership and peer mentoring for the purposes of improving supervisory practices in psychology;
- extensive knowledge of the psychology regulations and standards, particularly those set by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and AHPRA;
- extensive experience in the provision of supervision to students undertaking postgraduate training in psychology;
- organisational and administrative abilities necessary to establish, coordinate, assess and manage diverse psychology student placements.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
Manager, Psychology Placement in Ballarat employer: Federation University Australia
Federation University Australia offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for TAFE teachers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation in education. Located in Ballarat, VIC, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to quality teaching that empowers both staff and students. Join us to make a meaningful impact in vocational education while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
Contact Details:
Federation University Australia Recruitment Team
