WORK WITH CHC

CHC staff are committed to the exploration of the ways in which Christians answer life’s questions in the context of a Christ-centre, biblically based worldview. The College brings to its mission and to the practice of Christian scholarship, staff who are diverse in terms of the breadth of theological background and denominational experience but united in seeking ways to seamlessly integrate faith and learning across all fields of human learning and endeavour.

ABOUT US

CHC is a fully accredited private higher education provider located at Carindale, Brisbane, that aspires to model a Christian higher education alternative. CHC exists to re-imagine how we think about human flourishing, vocation, calling and the integration of faith and learning across all fields of human endeavour.


CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS:

Student Success Coach

CHC are looking for someone who loves to see others succeed by coming alongside them, encouraging them, sometimes praying with them, and giving them the tools they need to fulfil their God given purpose.
If you love talking to people, building relationships, praying for others and fostering community, this role could be a great opportunity for you. We are offering this position as either full-time or as a 4 day per week position to ensure we find the best applicant.

To apply please submit a cover letter and curriculum vita to
klopez@chc.edu.au.

Position Title: Student Success Coach

Reports to: Chief Academic Officer via Marketing and Recruitment

Type of Employment: Full-time

Classification: Administration

Remuneration: Negotiated on experience

Further Information: Marketing and Recruitment Manager, Krystal Lopez

Email: klopez@chc.edu.au

This position works closely across multiple departments to ensure CHC students have a great experience, succeed in their studies, and flourish in the community and deepen their Christian faith. From enrolment through to graduation the Student Success Coach will liaise with Marketing and Recruitment, Registry, the
Student Services and Success Coordinator, Course Coordinators and Librarian to ensure each step in the studying journey is optimised. This role fosters community on campus through projects and events but also ensures international and online students as well have connection to community.

Position Duties
• Represent CHC and contact all new students, welcome, and liaise with CHC systems and departments to
ensure students have solutions to issues, are well informed, supported, and enthusiastic about their
studies.
• Work with Marketing for regular communication with the wider student body including through digital
communication and some social media.
• Work with Marketing and the Student Services and Success Coordinator to conduct and
document research among students that is relevant to the student experience and develop ways
in which to enhance the student experience.
• Maintain database of students including information relevant to retention and identifying students at
risk of poor academic outcomes and follow academic and retention processes.
• Coordinate the CHC Student Retention Committee, record, and report on student retention.
• Work with Marketing and the Student Services and Success Coordinator to initiate and maintain
projects, events, and activities to promote student engagement, community, and spiritual
development, including Open Day, Chapels, Orientation and Graduation.
• Attend and support selected CHC student social events to build relationships with students, such
as the SRC ball.
Community Engagement
• Encouragement of spiritual growth and development of students and colleagues.
• Assist in referrals where appropriate to counselling or pastoral support.
• Know the campus, broader INC team and networks.
Workplace Health and Safety
All employees have an obligation to comply with CHC’s workplace health and safety policies, procedures and
instructions to ensure a safe workplace.
Equal Opportunity
CHC is an equal opportunity employer. All employees are required to be aware of and demonstrate a
commitment to the principles of equal opportunity in the workplace.
Staff Development
All employees are required to participate in staff training and development activities to assist in the
achievement of individual/work objectives.
Use of Equipment/Programs
During the performance of duties, the Student Success Coach will use the following:
• Personal computers and Microsoft Office suite of applications.
• Databases including and Hubspot, Meshed
• Moodle™ software.
• Mail Chimp, Social media, Canva
• Electronic whiteboards, data projectors. Office equipment e.g. printers, photocopiers.
Specific training in the above may be provided if required

Essential
The successful candidate will possess:
1. Excellent people skill, sales or customer service experience which demonstrate the ability to
meet client needs, coach and over-come barriers to achieve outcomes.
2. Experience with a CRM or client database and ability to follow up and follow through with long
term client relationships.
3. Excellent communication skills, including presentation to large gatherings, phone manner,
liaison with senior management and written communication.
4. Experience in advocating and negotiation to resolve issues.
5. The desire and ability to work in a collaborative, team environment and liaise with
stakeholders in different departments.
6. Excellent attention to detail including in all aspects of presentation of work.
7. Excellent personal presentation and an understanding of being a representative.
8. A commitment to equal opportunity and experience working with diverse populations.
9. Self-motivation, excellent time management, and organisation skills.
10. Evening and some weekend work may be necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
Desirable
• Event management experience
• Experience with digital newsletters, social media, and other forms of communication.
• Experience public speaker.
Personal Qualities
• Adherence to the Christian faith and evidence of mature Christian character.
• Demonstrated sympathy with the INC Statement of Faith and the nature and aims of
Pentecostal/Charismatic Christianity.
• Commitment to the values articulated in the CHC mission statement.
• Commitment to active involvement in a local church.
• Interest in and care for students.
• The ability to be self-motivated and to work with minimal direction whilst ensuring stakeholder input.
• The ability to work as part of a team with other academic staff, especially in curriculum development
and review

To be considered for this position, please forward an application via email to recruitment@chc.edu.au and include the following items:

  • Cover letter evidencing your suitability and experience for fulfilment of the criteria specified in the position description;
  • Full CV including qualifications and work experience,  and:
  • Names and contact details of three referees (including a Christian pastor/minister).

Lecturer in Counselling

Are you a Christian Counsellor with a passion to show God’s love to others? Do you have experience in lecturing and mentoring others? Do you want to work in a Christian family environment where faith is celebrated?

This role could be a great opportunity for you. We are offering this position as either full-time or as a 3-4 day per week position to ensure we find the best applicant. To apply please submit a cover letter and curriculum vita to recruitment@chc.edu.au.

Position Title:                          Lecturer in Counselling

Reports to:                                Dean, School of Social Sciences

Type of Employment:           Permanent Part-Time (0.6) or Full-time (1.0)

Classification:                          Academic

Remuneration:                        CHC Academic Level B or C

Further Information:            Dr. Stephen Beaumont, Dean, School of Social Sciences

Email:                                         sbeaumont@chc.edu.au

Position Duties

  • Teaching that includes preparation and delivery of face-to-face class and virtual sessions in accordance with approved unit outlines, including development of learning resources for CHC’s online learning management system. Class sessions are offered in various modalities including onsite, hybrid and online formats.
  • Preparation and marking of assessment items in accordance with approved unit outlines and administrative functions associated with student learning and assessment.
  • Curriculum and course development, including reviewing and revising unit outlines in the context of a biblical worldview.
  • Engage in periodic reviews of the effectiveness of the courses to support accreditation and college assessment needs.
  • Engage in student and sessional faculty mentoring activities.
  • Keeping up to date with teaching pedagogy and instructional technology.
  • Contributions to the relevant profession, and/or discipline.
  • Active scholarship.
  • Consultation with students.
  • Participation in School of Social Science and CHC meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Scholarship and Research

  • Keeping up-to-date with theoretical and empirical research in area(s) of expertise in the field of Counselling. We have relationships with PACFA and ACA.
  • Publishing scholarly articles in professional periodicals and academic journals, including reportable publications relevant to Human Services.
  • Undertaking research that leads to scholarship of Teaching & Learning.

Community Engagement

  • Encouragement of spiritual growth and development of students and colleagues.
  • Attend college and school meetings.
  • Accept leadership responsibility for divisional or committee activities.
  • Active participation in recruiting activities as led by marketing office.
  • Foster key industry networks in counselling.

Workplace Health and Safety

All employees have an obligation to comply with CHC’s workplace health and safety policies, procedures and instructions to ensure a safe workplace.

Equal Opportunity

CHC is an equal opportunity employer. All employees are required to be aware of and demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity in the workplace.

Staff Development

All employees are required to participate in staff training and development activities to assist in the achievement of individual/work objectives.

Use of Equipment/Programs

During the performance of duties, the lecture in Christian Studies is expected to operate the following:

  • Personal computers and Microsoft Office suite of applications.
  • A variety of web browsers.
  • Moodle™ software.
  • Moodle, Turnitin and Flex software.
  • Electronic whiteboards, data projectors. Office equipment e.g. printers, photocopiers.

    Selection Criteria

Essential

  • A master’s qualification in counselling or equivalent accreditation and standing including eligibility for membership with the Psychotherapy Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
  • Minimum of two years (FTE) post-qualifying experience in counselling.
  • Demonstrated credibility in counselling through a combination of professional practice and academic knowledge.
  • Ability to build strong partnerships, networks, and relationships with a clear understanding of workplace learning in counselling.
  • Proven planning, organisational and time management skills.
  • Experience in teaching in a university, or Private Higher Education Provider.

Desirable

  • Doctoral qualification or progress towards completion.
  • A track record of scholarship in counselling or related fields.
  • Experience in using Moodle and other digital media to enhance students’ learning experiences.
  • Experience in curriculum design and review.
  • Mental health Training.

Personal Qualities

  • Adherence to the Christian faith and evidence of mature Christian character.
  • Demonstrated sympathy with the INC Statement of Faith and the nature and aims of Pentecostal/Charismatic Christianity.
  • Commitment to the values articulated in the CHC mission statement.
  • Commitment to active involvement in a local church.
  • Interest in and care for students.
  • The ability to be self-motivated and to work independently.
  • The ability to work as part of a team with other academic staff, especially in curriculum development and review.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills.

To be considered for this position, please forward an application via email to recruitment@chc.edu.au and include the following items:

  • Cover letter evidencing your suitability and experience for fulfilment of the criteria specified in the position description;
  • Full CV including qualifications and work experience,  and:
  • Names and contact details of three referees (including a Christian pastor/minister).

Student Life Advisor

Do you enjoy being the life of the party, meeting new people and introducing new friends to each other? Are you fun to be with, well-organised, innovative and enjoy bringing people together to connect and build community? We’re looking for someone like you.

CHC is looking for a Student Life Advisor. The Student Life Advisor bring students together to enjoy their tertiary education experience, be engaged and a part of the CHC community on campus and online. This is a part-time role spread across three days a week on our Carindale campus. The Student Life Advisor reports to the Student Services and Success Coordinator. Being the Student Life Advisor will enable you to be part of a Christian community passionate about the benefits of Christian Higher Education.

Within the organisational structure of CHC, the Student Life Advisor reports directly to the Student Services and Success Coordinator (SSSC) and collaborates actively with academic and administration staff. The ability to be flexible in works hours may be necessary to fulfill the role responsibilities. Ideally the role will be fulfilled over three days.

This is a permanent part-time position within the Student Life Advisor Office, located in Carindale.

Primary Responsibilities:

 Lead the development and implementation of strategies to engage CHC students in a strong Christ-centred on-campus, online and international community.

  1. Conduct research relevant to the student experience, engagement, and contribution to community at CHC, and initiate and track improvement process.
  2. Support the SSSC to provide care and services supporting student academic, spiritual, emotional, community and financial needs, making referrals in these areas as appropriate.

Duty Statement:

  • Communication
  1. Initiate, generate and maintain content for electronic and social media communications to facilitate the wellbeing and engagement of on-campus and online students with college life and student events, including (but not limited to) Instagram, Facebook, CHC website updates and student newsletter.
  2. Initiate, generate and maintain content for electronic and social media communications to facilitate the wellbeing and engagement of commencing and continuing International and Overseas Students.
  3. Maintain accurate and up to date records of meetings, research, and engagement with students in the manner prescribed by the SSSC.
  • Events
  1. Initiate, generate and maintain activities which promote student community and spiritual development, including a focus on international students.
  2. Attend and support selected CHC student events (including Uni Games and CHC Ball) and build relationships with students.
  3. Support the SSSC to run CHC-wide events to engage the student body in community life.
  • Coordination
  1. Provide support for, or refer students to, available CHC resources and appropriate external services when required, e.g., students experiencing personal or academic issues, including students with disabilities.
  2. Maintain the Student Common Room including restocking of coffee, tea and other goods supplied by CHC and arranging re-stocking of vending machines.
  3. Serve on cross-functional teams for student development initiatives and programs such as Orientation, Open Days/Nights, Graduation, and other significant student-related events.
  4. Report to the SSSC on student issues.
  5. Other duties as required by the SSSC.
  • Community Development:
  1. Encourage students to connect to, and make meaning of, community engagement activities on campus and online.
  2. Challenge and support students in their personal growth and development throughout their time at CHC.
  3. Challenge and support students in their spiritual growth through discipleship activities, prayer, assistance to find their calling in Christ, and 1-1 mentoring.

      1. Build and maintain successful relationships with on-campus and online students.
      2. Support the mission and core values of CHC, including participation in staff and student spiritual life activities and practices.
      3. Be aware of, and adhere to, all CHC policies and procedures whilst supporting the goals and processes of CHC.
      4. Attend regular meetings and appraisals, and relevant professional development activities to update knowledge as required.
      5. Maintain confidentiality in relation to all information on any student.
      6. Provide feedback, as necessary, on student issues arising from any aspect of their engagement with CHC.
      7. Undertake other duties commensurate with the role as directed.

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a higher education award and one year of related work experience.

Key Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will possess:

  1. A proven ability to work in a collaborative, team environment.
  2. Commitment to equal opportunity and experience working with diverse populations.
  3. The ability to innovate, plan and operate in a sometimes fast-paced environment.
  4. The ability to engage in relevant research activities and apply findings to improvement processes.
  5. Experience in planning and running events that develop community and spiritual life.
  6. The ability to learn and disseminate detailed and engaging information through a variety of platforms using excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a well-developed literacy ability.
  7. Demonstrated self-motivation and excellence in time management and organization skills.

Personal Qualities

  1. Mature Christian character.
  2. Active involvement in a local church.
  3. Excellent interpersonal skills which enable effective communication with students and staff.
  4. Willingness and ability to accept responsibility and to work with minimal direction.
  5. Ability to prioritise competing work demands to meet internal and external deadlines.
  6. Commitment to support the vision and strategic directions of CHC.

The closing date for applications will be COB Friday 9th December 2022.

To be considered for this position, please forward an application via email to recruitment@chc.edu.au and include the following items:

  • Cover letter evidencing your suitability and experience for fulfilment of the criteria specified in the position description;
  • Full CV including qualifications and work experience,  and:
  • Names and contact details of three referees (including a Christian pastor/minister).

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