Mental Health and Peer Work Trainer

About Mental Health Coordinating Council

Mental Health Coordinating Council is the peak body for mental health community-based organisations across New South Wales. We champion community-based, non-government organisations that work to support better outcomes for people living with mental health conditions. Together with our members, we make a positive difference in the mental health sector by driving reform, sustainability, and system improvements.

About the Role

MHCC is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Learning and Development team. The trainer role delivers Mental Health and Mental Health Peer Work training to a wide range of participants with a focus on non-accredited professional development courses. This is a full-time role. MHCC offers a variety of professional development training across mental health-specific topics and nationally accredited Certificate qualifications in Mental Health. A full list of the training offered by MHCC can be found on our website https://mhcc.org.au/training

The Mental Health and Peer Work Trainer is responsible for:

• Planning, preparation and delivery of non-accredited courses and professional development training
• Assisting in the development and review of training materials and strategies

Selection Criteria

• Certificate IV in Mental Health and/or Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience training in an adult learning and vocational environment utilising an engaging and “think on your feet” training delivery style and applying adult learning principles
• Current or recent industry work experience in the community mental health sector
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining professional development and industry currency
• Evidence of compliance with Registered Training Organisation (RTO) standards (accredited training only)
• Administration experience – attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• High-level skills in Microsoft Office software applications
• Based in Sydney with a willingness to travel within NSW and interstate as required

Desirable, but not essential

• Lived experience of mental health distress/recovery/service access and direct experience in the provision of peer work will be highly regarded
• Sound knowledge of the VET Quality Framework and how it is applied to training delivery and assessment (accredited training only)
• Current NSW driver’s license and own vehicle
• Delivery of virtual training
• Demonstrated experience in the development and review of training materials for both face-to-face and virtual training delivery methods

About our Benefits

• Not-for-profit salary packaging, which can increase your take-home pay by allowing up to $15,900 of your salary to be tax-free, subject to eligibility and current ATO guidelines.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid wellbeing day per quarter
• A culture that promotes diversity and practices equity
• Work alongside professional and dedicated team members
• Free onsite parking

To Apply

Applications must include a cover letter and resume expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Salary is $76,000-$79,000 plus superannuation. Remuneration is commensurate with experience.

MHCC may contact suitable candidates prior to the application closing date. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment Criminal History Checks as a condition of employment.

Applications close: Sunday 10 August 2025

• Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered
• The full job description is available from our website via mhcc.org.au
• We promote diversity and practice equity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Any inquiries regarding the position should be addressed to LD Manager Michelle Hoomans: office@mhcc.org.au