Position: Mental Health Peer Work Trainer and Assessor

Employment Status 2 years fixed term contract

(with potential for permanency, subject to funding)

5 days per week

Industrial instrument: Educational Services (Post Secondary) Award

Level: 5 (Teachers and tutor/instructors)

Minimum experience: 2 years

Location: Sydney, Australia

About Mental Health Coordinating Council

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

About the position

Mental Health Coordinating Council 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 and assessment services to a wide range of participants. This role is 38 hours per week with some flexibility depending on the availability of the preferred candidate. MHCC offers a variety of Professional Development across Mental Health specific topics and accredited Certificate qualifications in Mental Health. A full list of the training offered by MHCC can be found via our Trainingsection.

The Mental Health Trainer and Assessor is responsible for:

- Planning, preparation and delivery of accredited courses and professional development training
- Assessment marking and validation processes for accredited courses
- Assisting in development and review of training and assessment materials and strategies

MHCC is seeking an individual who has demonstrated experience in delivering training to adult learners, with current community mental health industry experience and knowledge of trauma-informed recovery-oriented principles.





If this sounds like you then apply today by sending your resume and a statement addressing the selection criteria below.

Selection Criteria

- Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment (TAE40122, TAE40116 or equivalent)
- Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
- Lived experience of mental health distress/recovery/service access and direct experience in the provision of peer work
- Experience training in a vocational environment utilising an engaging and "think on your feet" training delivery style and applying adult learning principles
- Current industry work experience in the community mental health sector
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining skilled and industry currency
- Based in Sydney with willingness to travel within NSW and interstate as required

Desirable, but not essential

- Not-for-profit experience or knowledge
- RTO experience
- Sound knowledge of the VET Quality Framework and how it is applied to training delivery and assessment
- Current NSW drivers’ licence
- Demonstrated experience in development and review of training materials for both face to face and virtual training delivery methods
- Delivery of virtual training

About our Benefits

- Access to generous salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay, including packaging for everyday expenses such as superannuation contributions, work-related devices, and more.
- Enjoy up to $15,900 per year in tax-free salary packaging for general living expenses.
- Additional meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 per year, allowing you to pay for dining and entertainment using pre-tax dollars.




- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- One paid wellbeing day per quarter
- A culture that promotes diversity and practices equity
- Work alongside professional and dedicated team members

To Apply

To become a part of the Mental Health Coordinating Council team, submit your application through Ethical Jobs or Seek.

Applications must include a resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Applications that do not address criteria will not be considered.

Salary range is $90,000 - $93,000 plus superannuation. Remuneration is commensurate with experience.

- Above award remuneration
- Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment Criminal History Checks as a condition of employment.
- Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
- Applicants must have full workings rights in Australia

Applications close Sunday 1 November 2026

Please note that we may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date.

The full Position Description is available on the Mental Health Coordinating Council website.

Diversity & Inclusion

MHCC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from:

- People with lived experience of mental health and coexisting challenges
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- LGBTIQA+ diverse communities
- People of any or no religious beliefs and people of all ages
- People with disabilities*

* If you are a candidate with disability, please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

Applications and enquires regarding the position should be addressed to Director, Workforce Development Michelle Hoomans via ••••@mhcc.org.au, using the subject line: Mental Health Peer Work Trainer and Assessor.

📌 Mental Health Peer Work Trainer and Assessor (Lilyfield)
🏢 Mental Health Coordinating Council
📍 Lilyfield