Simulation Actors

Simulation Actors - Box Hill Institute (Contract)

Box Hill Institute is seeking Simulation Actors for casual opportunities to bring real stories to life and make learning matter. This role involves delivering realistic client interactions for students studying Community Services. It offers a unique chance to blend performance, empathy, and communication skills to create authentic learning experiences that equip students for real-world practice.

As a Simulation Actor, you will portray various community service and mental health clients. This will assist future practitioners in developing their assessment, engagement, communication, and support skills before undertaking industry placements. This role is more than just acting; it's a direct contribution to workforce readiness within the community services sector.

This is a casual contract position, onsite in Box Hill. Remuneration is attractive, supplemented by campus perks. The hourly rate is $69.54, with an additional 12% superannuation.

Why Work With Us?

Box Hill Institute provides a supportive and rewarding work environment that celebrates well-being, growth, and achievements. Benefits are designed to foster professional and personal thriving:

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• On-site parking.
• Career progression opportunities and reward & recognition programs.
• Health and well-being supports and resources, including free flu vaccinations, free skin checks, free health checks, and corporate health insurance discounts.
• Financial perks such as novated leasing and salary packaging.
• Exclusive staff discounts on CAE/Box Hill Institute short courses for staff and their immediate family.
• Discounted access to on-campus retail services including floristry, day spa and beauty salons, hairdressing salon, barbershop, restaurant, and vet & dog grooming, all delivered by students under supervision.

About the Role

Community Services students require practical experience engaging with clients in complex and challenging situations. Realistic simulations enable students to build confidence, professionalism, and critical thinking skills in a safe learning environment. Your performance and feedback will be vital in helping students become capable, compassionate, and industry-ready professionals.

What You'll Do:

• Portray realistic community services and mental health clients.
• Support student learning by helping them practice client engagement, interviewing, assessment, and support skills.
• Contribute to a psychologically safe and professional learning environment.
• Respond naturally to student interactions while maintaining scenario integrity.
• Share insights from the client's perspective.
• Provide constructive feedback on the interaction experience.
• Assist assessors in understanding the effectiveness of student communication and engagement approaches.

About You:

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence performing character-based role plays.
• Ability to maintain consistency within scripted or semi-structured scenarios.
• Ability to adapt to different client presentations and scenarios.
• Experience facilitating workshops, simulations, or assessment activities is desirable.
• Understanding of trauma-informed and person-centred approaches is desirable.
• Professionalism and reliability.

Requirements:

• Must possess, or be willing to obtain, a Victorian Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance.

About Us

For over 100 years, Box Hill Institute has been dedicated to improving lives by providing opportunities for individuals to expand their knowledge, experience, and understanding, empowering them to change their own lives. Our students can pursue a wide range of studies, from non-accredited short courses through the Centre for Adult Education (CAE) to senior secondary qualifications (VCE and VCE VM), vocational certificates, diplomas, and higher education degrees.

We are committed to fostering a highly motivated and aligned workforce. We will support your growth and offer benefits that enhance your work-life balance.

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and current resume.

For specific enquiries relating to this position, please contact Karen Phillips-Ross at K.P••••••••••••@boxhill.edu.au.

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 31st July 2026. Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the closing date.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, committing to respond to every applicant.

Box Hill Institute is a welcoming, safe, and respectful work environment. We are work-life friendly and an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.

Box Hill Institute is a Child Safe Organisation with a zero-tolerance policy.