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 who 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 deliver training and assessment services to a wide range of participants. This role is a part-time position of 30 hours per week. 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 Peer Work 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 the development and review of training and assessment materials and strategies

Selection Criteria

- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
- Certificate IV in Mental Health or Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience training in a vocational workplace 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
- Evidence of compliance with Registered Training Organisation (RTO) standards
- Administration experience – attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- High level skills in Microsoft Office software applications




- 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
- Lived experience of mental health distress/recovery/service access and direct experience in the provision of peer work will be highly regarded
- 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 Perks

- 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. The salary range is $62,000-$67,000, equivalent to a full-time annual salary of $80,000-$85,000 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 a pre-employment Criminal History Check as a condition of employment.

Applications close: Sunday 10 August 2025

- Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered
- Full 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: [email protected]

📌 Mental Health Peer Work Trainer and Assessor (Sydney)
🏢 MHCC
📍 Sydney