AddressABOUT US
As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game – from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, and collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Part Time position (18 hours per week)
The Wellbeing Coordinatorwill join the AFL’s Mental Health and Wellbeing team, who strive for innovation in all areas of health, wellbeing and positive psychology.
Located in Darwin, this position will support wellbeing strategies at AFLNT and assist in the development of young male and female athletes in a high-performance sporting environment. The role is focused on providing individual support and guidance to help players to pursue good mental health and wellbeing, strive for a sport-life balance and build social capital.
The AFL Talent Pathway has a sustained passion for growing young people on and off the football field. This role works closely alongside coaching and administrative staff who uphold that responsibility in holistically developing players throughout their time in the AFLNT talent programs.
The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.
COVID-19
We care deeply for our people at the AFL with our primary focus being to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all. We strongly encourage and support all AFL team members to be vaccinated (including by receiving booster doses as recommended by the Relevant Authority and/or ATAGI). In addition, we’re committed to utilising other preventative health and safety measures as appropriate and/or as directed by Relevant Authorities to reduce the risk of contracting and transmitting COVID-19 in our workplaces.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
- Facilitate the development and implementation of wellbeing strategies with players in the football environment
- Collaborate with the NT Thunder talent team to integrate wellbeing programming into the football environment
- Manage the delivery of our wellbeing curriculum for players
- Attend training and matches (which may include team travel)
- Provide individual support and guidance to drive players to pursue good mental health and wellbeing
- Develop, guide and counsel players
OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively liaise with diverse stakeholders, including: players, coaches, parents and other staff
- Ability to engage young people whilst building trust and rapport
- Understanding of processes pertaining to medical and allied health referral services
- Flexibility in responding to the unique needs of AFLNT pathway players
- Previous experience working with adolescents and topics related to social and emotional wellbeing
- Understanding and experience with Safeguarding Children processes and practices
- Demonstrated growth mindset and willingness to learn
- Bachelor qualification in Psychology, Health, Education or related field
- Mental Health First Aid Youth Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- ASSIST training (or willingness to obtain)
OUR CULTURE
Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation
We are proudly a WORK180 endorsed employer for women, to see the great benefits that the AFL offers, please visit https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/afl
THE PERKS
Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
My Development – lean into the AFL’s My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
My Benefits – with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
Applications Close: 18 September 2022
