Mental Health Trainer And Facilitator

OzHelp’s mission is to transform the lives of workers in high-risk, hard to reach industries, supporting our vision of an Australia without suicide.

The OzHelp Foundation Ltd (OzHelp) was established in 2001 after David O’Bryan, a young Canberra apprentice, took his own life. In the 20 years since, OzHelp has become a national leader in providing essential Mental Health and wellbeing services to Australia’s 3 million plus, workers in high-risk, hard to reach industries. OzHelp’s outreach approach takes support to the workplaces and communities across Australia, with a specific focus on the building and construction, and transport and logistics industries, and future phased entry into manufacturing, agriculture and mining.

OzHelp’s internal programs are clinically sound, with accreditation under the National Mental Health Standards and Suicide Prevention Australia, also having won various industry awards. The auditing, consulting, counselling, and on-the-ground delivery services the Foundation provides, are helping change conversations in Australian workplaces about the importance of Mental Health, wellbeing and psychological safety.

As the need for our services grows, the OzHelp foundation is expanding and seeking individuals passionate about Mental Health and wellbeing, who thrive on making a difference in someone’s life to join our team as one of our Facilitators, with community services and supporting Mental Health experience. 

We are seeking an engaging and highly-relatable facilitator who can seamlessly step into a room and connect with our audience. Our primary participants work in high-risk and hard-to-reach industries, including tradies and truckies. As the ideal candidate, you possess a versatile skill set, allowing you to connect with and manage various energy types. Most importantly, you excel at creating safe and captivating spaces where participants feel comfortable sharing and opening up.

Our trainers facilitate and deliver accredited programs, see more information on our website page on Capability Building – OzHelp

This position will be required to travel regularly.

• At least two years' experience in delivering training sessions to large groups
• Working with Vulnerable People card
• Current relevant state/territory driver licence
• Knowledge and understanding of the Australian health system including policies and issues relevant to Mental Health and suicide prevention reforms in Australia
• Australian citizenship or ability to work in Australia
• Must be able to travel nationally and regularly.

Ideally you will also have;

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and/ or Mental Health or equivalent 
• Knowledge of the building and construction or transport and logistics industries.
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) or ability and willingness to obtain.
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain.
• Construction Industry White card, Silica and Asbestos training, or ability and willingness to obtain.

You will be someone who is passionate about improving workplace health and wellbeing and who thrives on making positive change. 

You will naturally connect with individuals and have a curiosity for understanding others. 

Your values will drive you in demonstrating excellence in service delivery clinical best practice, nurturing a culture of teamwork, embracing diversity and a commitment to accountability.

You will be part of a collaborative team and supportive workplace culture that advocates for work-life balance and personal wellbeing.

These positions are based in the ACT with regular travel across Australia allowing you to see the full impact of the organisations services. 

Opportunities for continued learning and development through our internal training, mentoring and personal development plans.

We offer also free parking and excellent salary packaging options including access to novated leasing, meals and entertainment benefits. 

For more information about us check out our website and socials.

To apply for this role, please submit a cover letter (no more than a page) outlining your relevant experience and current CV to ***********@ozhelp.org.au by 18 April 2024. Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only.  We reserve the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible. 

OzHelp is a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Our aim is to create a workforce that is accessible, inclusive and reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of all employees. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on meeting the role responsibilities in support of equality of opportunity and cultural diversity.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability. We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. 

For more information regarding the role specifically, please contact our Clinical Director, Rebecca Halsey **************@ozhelp.org.au