Clinical Placement Officer

Role type: Full Time; Fixed term for 6 months 
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS)  
School: Melbourne School of Health Sciences 
Salary: UoM 5 - $86,943 - $99,864 p.a. plus 17% super  

• Essential support for student placements / Enhance educational experiences / Foster partnerships with placement providers 

• Apply now to play a crucial role in coordinating  social work student placements, ensuring compliance and excellence. 

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  

The University of Melbourne  
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. 

Your next career opportunity  
As a Clinical Placement Officer, you will be instrumental in coordinating and administering placements for students in the Master of Social Work. You will have the opportunity to develop and implement protocols, ensuring placements are well-organised, compliant, and aligned with strategic goals. Your role will enhance student experiences and foster valuable partnerships with placement providers, contributing significantly to the school's reputation and future placement opportunities. 

Your responsibilities will include:  

• Coordinate Placement Administration: Manage placement processes, student allocations, and recruitment tasks, ensuring efficiency and compliance. 

• Develop and Maintain Systems: Configure and administer placement databases, manage student agreements, and compile placement census data. 

• Collaborate and Communicate: Liaise with students, educators, and stakeholders, providing support and distributing essential information. 

• Uphold Compliance and Standards: Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to contractual commitments and regulatory frameworks. 

You may be a great fit if:  

You will be an organised and proactive individual with effective communication skills, able to manage competing priorities and foster positive organisational outcomes within a dynamic environment. 

You may also:  

• Have an undergraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. 

• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail. 

• Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities effectively. 

• Be proficient in StudentOne or similar student management systems. 

• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment. 

For further information please refer to the attached PD.  

What we offer you!  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:  

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being  

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance  

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance  

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program  

For more information check out our benefits page!  

Your new team – Melbourne School of Health Sciences 

https://healthsciences.unimelb.edu.au/ 

The Melbourne School of Health Sciences (MSHS) provides qualifying and postgraduate courses in the disciplines of Nursing, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Audiology and Speech Pathology, and Optometry and Vision Sciences.  

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. 

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. 

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.  
    
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] for further information and support.   

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. 
 

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is  for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. 

 
Join Us and unlock your career potential!  
 

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:  

• Resume  

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience  

• The responses against the Essential Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)  

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.  

For recruitment queries, email Rehan Wadiwala at [email protected]. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.  

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.  

Applications close: ​3 February 2026​ 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.  

Position Description: JR-007941 Clinical Placement Officer.pdf