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Trainer – Mental Health & Community Programs – Expression of Interest

Bathurst, New South Wales 2795, Australia • Part-time
AI Job Summary
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) essential for DV ALERT delivery.
  • Proven experience delivering training or facilitating adult and youth learning.
  • Strong communication and facilitation skills; comfortable with diverse groups and sensitive subject matter.

Role Type

Temporary • Part-time • Associate

Description

Expression of Interest: This is an Expression of Interest for future opportunities. By submitting your application, you'll join our talent community and be considered when an opening matches your profile.

Lifeline Central West – Trainer

📍 Central West & Far West NSW 🕒 Casual | Permanent Part‑Time | Contract (flexible by agreement)

Make a meaningful difference in your community

Lifeline Central West delivers high‑quality training that builds safer, healthier, and more resilient communities. Our programs include mental health and crisis support, suicide prevention, the accredited Domestic Violence ALERT program, workplace wellbeing, mental health programs in high schools and community education.

We are seeking experienced and values‑driven Trainers to deliver engaging, participant‑centered training across the Central West and Far West NSW.

Who we are

Lifeline Central West is a trusted regional organisation delivering high-quality suicide prevention, mental health and wellbeing training across regional and rural NSW.

With almost 50 years of experience supporting people in crisis, we bring depth, credibility and real-world insight to everything we do. Our training is evidence-based, nationally recognised and delivered by skilled professionals who understand the complexity of human distress — particularly in regional communities.

We are values-driven, community-focused and forward-thinking. We invest in innovation, strong partnerships and continuous improvement to ensure our training remains relevant, practical and impactful.

About the Role

In this role, you will deliver high‑quality training to a range of audiences including professionals, workplaces, youth and community groups. You will adapt your facilitation style to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining consistency, quality, and compliance across all sessions.

Depending on your experience, you may also contribute to the review and continuous improvement of training content.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver training face‑to‑face, online, and on‑site
  • Adapt delivery methods to suit diverse learning styles and participant needs
  • Use digital tools and e‑learning platforms to enhance learning outcomes
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and participant outcomes
  • Maintain accurate records and reporting
  • Uphold Lifeline Central West values, policies, and WHS requirements
  • Participate in ongoing professional development

About You

  • Proven experience delivering training or facilitating adult and youth learning
  • Confident communicator with strong facilitation and presentation skills
  • Well‑organised with strong time‑management skills
  • Committed to continuous learning and professional development
  • Comfortable working with diverse groups and sensitive subject matter

Qualifications & Experience

  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116)
    (Essential for DV ALERT delivery and highly regarded for all roles)
  • Relevant vocational qualification in the subject area (desirable)
  • Experience with e‑learning platforms and blended delivery (desirable)
  • Understanding of mental health and recovery‑oriented practice (advantageous)

Essential Requirements

  • National Criminal Record Check (NCRC) clearance
  • Working With Children Check (WWCC), where required
  • Current Australian work rights
  • Current driver’s licence and ability to travel

Why Join Lifeline Central West?

  • Deliver training that creates real impact
  • Work with a supportive, purpose‑driven organisation
  • Access ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A passion to do meaningful work that makes a real difference
  • Be innovative, where you get to contribute ideas and co-design with communities rather the deliver off-the -shelf content.
  • Flexible employment arrangements by agreement

How to Apply

Click Apply and submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability. For further information you can contact Lisa Lantry – Training Manager at llantry@lifelinecentralwest.org.au

Applications close 3.7.2026.

Lifeline Central West is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experience.

 

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