Overview:

RMIT is seeking an Equitable Learning Services Advisor. This position is responsible for determining the support needs of students who are neurodiverse or living with a disability, long-term health condition and/or mental health conditions, or an individual with primary carer responsibilities, so students can participate equitably in their study program.

WHY JOIN RMIT VIETNAM?

At RMIT Vietnam, international exposure meets real-world impact through strong industry and government collaboration. Working at RMIT means building a meaningful career while creating impact in a high-performing environment.

Further insight into our mission, impact and global connections is available in the RMIT Vietnam Profile.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration VND package for candidates.
• 13th month Tet bonus
• Private Health insurance for you and your family, plus Personal Accident Insurance
• Generous annual leave, sick leave, volunteer leave and public holidays (Christmas and Tet Holidays)
• Professional development and career advancement
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources
• A vibrant and diverse campus life and more!

POSITION SUMMARY

• This position is responsible for determining the support needs of students who are neurodiverse or living with a disability, long-term health condition and/or mental health conditions, or an individual with primary carer responsibilities, so students can participate equitably in their study program. This involves working closely with students and academic, teaching and professional staff from across RMIT locations in Vietnam.
•  The position will undertake work as requested by the Manager and maintain a case load of allocated students with complex circumstances or conditions. These may include students who are academically at risk.
•  The position will exercise a high level of independence including in the management of workload, scheduling and prioritising.
•  The position is an expert in inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide expert advice on reasonable adjustments and equitable assessment arrangements for individual students with a wide range of disabilities, long-term illnesses and/or mental health conditions. Clarify and assess students’ needs, circumstances, and options
• Provide expert support and advice to professional, academic and teaching staff within the University who are in contact with students who are neurodiverse or living with a disability, long-term health condition and/or mental health conditions, or an individual with primary carer responsibilities in relation to the implementation of reasonable adjustments and equitable assessment arrangements, and how these might interact with other University policies and guidelines as well as with relevant legislation and regulation.
• Contribute and lead multi-disciplinary case coordination to support a case load of students with complex circumstances/needs and refer students to other internal support services such as Counselling, Student Academic Success, Health Service etc and external services such as Educational Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Occupational therapists etc where appropriate.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Degree in education human services, psychology, health services or relevant experience. Preferred Master’s degree candidate
• Significant experience working with students who are neurodiverse, living with disabilities, long-term health conditions and/or mental health conditions. Demonstrated ability to foster independence amongst tertiary students with disabilities, long-term illnesses and/or mental health conditions as well as those with primary carer responsibilities.
• Proven ability to assess the learning impacts of students who are neurodiverse, living with disabilities, long-term health conditions and/or mental health conditions and determine reasonable adjustments, as well as those with primary carer responsibilities and including the application of assistive technology and student aid support and to support these students to succeed in their studies.
• To find out more

For further information about this role, please click on the Job Description document HERE.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this role, it is mandatory to submit both a resume and a cover letter. Please click on the 'Apply' link provided in this Job Ads to initiate the application process.

Please note that we will be running a rolling recruitment process, so please apply as soon as possible.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

All academic appointments at RMIT Vietnam must meet University and local regulatory requirements, including English proficiency, background checks, and (for international candidates) eligibility for a work permit.

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS (General) with a score of at least 6.5 (or equivalent, as outlined in the Recruitment, Selection and Onboarding Guidelines).

Further guidance will be provided during the recruitment process.

RMIT UNIVERSITY COMMITMENT

RMIT is committed to the rights of students and staff to be safe, respected, valued, and treated as an equal in their place of study and work. All staff are expected to share this commitment and contribute to a safer community. While carrying out their role, staff are in a position of trust with students. Staff have a duty of care to report wellbeing concerns about students through the designated channels and uphold the code of conduct. RMIT Vietnam expects all staff members to comply with its Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, which relate to legal and regulatory requirements and our ways of working.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

• Please ensure that your application is submitted through our Workday system on the RMIT Careers page. We do not accept applications through other means.
• RMIT Vietnam will never request any fees or payments during the application process. Be vigilant about scams asking for payment to apply.
• For any questions or support, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at employment@rmit.edu.vn

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RMIT University Vietnam (RMIT Vietnam) is a campus of RMIT University. RMIT Vietnam is creating an innovative research, teaching and learning culture. We are committed to providing internationally recognised high-quality education and professional training for our students, clients and members of the community.  As an internationally recognised Australian university based in Asia, RMIT Vietnam is assisting in the development of human resources capability in Vietnam and the region.

https://www.rmit.edu.vn/about-us