Chief Wellbeing Officer

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (5 Years), Full-Time
• Student Success Division
• CQUniversity Melbourne, Sydney, Rockhampton, Mackay or Bundaberg (Other CQUniversity Location by negotiation excl SEQ Region) (Relocation support available)
• Attractive remuneration package

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

CQUniversity is seeking a visionary leader to champion student wellbeing and drive transformative change across the institution. As our Chief Wellbeing Officer, you will provide strategic leadership for mental health, safety, disability, and inclusion, positioning CQUniversity as a national leader in student support and community care.

This executive role is critical to delivering an integrated approach to wellbeing, where services such as counselling, accessibility, safer communities, and chaplaincy are aligned under a shared mission of empowerment and equity.

You’ll be part of a university that is deeply committed to student success, equity, and community impact. This is your opportunity to shape the future of wellbeing in higher education while working within a supportive, forward-thinking leadership team.

Apply now and help us create an environment where every student can thrive.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Expert knowledge of wellbeing issues relating to relating to university students, including evidence based and trauma informed clinical practice, equity and inclusion, psychosocial safety, psychosocial practice models and systemic work practices.
• Detailed understanding of frameworks and strategies for health promotion, prevention and wellbeing which are related to University issues and respond to drivers affecting student performance, engagement and retention.
• Postgraduate qualifications or equivalent in relevant area (psychology, or an area relevant to mental health), registration or eligibility for registration with an appropriate professional association and extensive relevant experience.
• Blue Card and current Registration with AHPRA or AASW.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 27 August 2025 

  
Job Requisition ID: 6355

Contact Details: 

Jonathan Powles

(07) 4930 9816

j.powles@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include:

1. Your current CV.
2. A Cover Letter outlining your relevant skills, experience, and suitability for the position.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

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