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1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThe Placement Coordinator will be responsible for the academic leadership and oversight of all work placement aspects of the relevant program. This includes ensuring academic quality in discipline-specific knowledge, skills, and pedagogy, as well as the development and alignment of course learning outcomes, learning activities, and assessments throughout the course. The role involves coordination and assessment of work placements, supervision of staff conducting work placements, and the planning and continuous improvement of work placements and assessments. The Placement Coordinator may also undertake training and assessment activities, requiring necessary planning and preparation to ensure compliance with Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accreditation standards.Managing aspects of work placements appropriate to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level, ensuring alignment of learning outcomes with learning activities and assessments.Completing timetabling and planning processes for work placements.Supervising and mentoring permanent and casual staff on assessing work placements.Conducting work-placement training and assessment.Attending placement facilities to supervise and assess students during work placements, including a minimum of liaison visits as required by accreditation standards.Monitoring and acting on student feedback, participation, academic progress, and attendance.Preparing semester work placement reports for the Academic Board, including data on placement outcomes and compliance.Managing the collation, moderation, and submission of results, as well as finalisation of grades, extensions, reviews, and instances of academic misconduct.Leading internal professional development and scholarly activity schedules and assisting the Academic Director in the recruitment of academic staff.Assisting the Academic Director and other academic staff in activities as assigned, including building industry partnerships for placements.Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and AttributesMinimum 5 years relevant experience in coordinating higher education (HE) work placements or in a similar role.Minimum Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work).Strong background in industry to meet regulatory requirements, including eligibility for membership of AASW and CWA.Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.High-level computer skills, including the use of learning management systems, spreadsheets, and word processing.Highly accountable for meeting all commitments and deadlines.Effective English language communication skills, both written and oral.Capacity to deal effectively with multiple tasks and competing demands.Effective time management.Ability to deal effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.OtherDemonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a scholarly and cooperative teaching and learning environment.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.Job Complexity, Skills and KnowledgeThis position operates within a collegial team environment but requires independence and initiative to carry out tasks for the betterment of SCEI-HE. The role involves teamwork, delegation of tasks, and a strong understanding that all activities contribute to the support of the team.Professional and Organisational KnowledgeThe incumbent is expected to gain and apply a clear understanding of the organisation and the role of the school. Knowledge of SCEI-HE policies and procedures, including AASW and CWA accreditation standards, is required.Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)All staff are required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of other personnel who may be affected by their conduct.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHuman ResourcesIndustriesEducation Administration ProgramsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Southern Cross Education Institute Higher Education by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Placement Coordinator roles.Fieldwork Placement Coordinator - Community ServicesMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoOperations and Recruitment Resource CoordinatorCraigieburn, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoFootscray, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoRetail Coordinator - Repco Tarneit - Full TimeMedical Coordinator (Administration) - Defence Force RecruitingVolunteer: Public Health Medical Placement in EcuadorMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoBlackburn, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoHeidelberg, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr