Mental Health Coordinating Council is looking for a Project Officer Student Support within our Learning and Development team.

The Project Officer Student Support manages key activities associated with hosting training events as part of being a Registered Training Organisation and provider of industry professional development courses and events.

You will be part of the Learning and Development unit responsible for providing a high level of logistical support across all teams and participants to ensure all key training objectives are met. This includes driving compliance in all training activities and forecast training requirements in alignment with operational needs and managing calendars for trainers.

This may also include but is not limited to assistance with key projects and initiatives.

A key component of the role is building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About You

• Two years’ experience working within a Learning and Development or RTO environment preferred
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and organisational skills with an ability to meet deadlines
• Manages varied and conflicting demands to meet agreed standards and timelines
• High level of communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to establish positive relationships with students, trainers, colleagues and supervisors
• Well-developed computer and digital skills especially in all aspects of Microsoft Office Suite and an ability to perform accurate and efficient data entry and reports
• Commitment to excellence and accuracy at all times, demonstrating initiative to problem solving

Selection Criteria

• Previous experience working in a similar role in the Vocational Education and Training industry or Learning and Development environment is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and provide student support
• Managing participant and trainer communications pre-course, throughout enrolment/attendance and post-course
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and plan, manage project tasks, and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accurate and efficient administration skills
• Experience using and managing Student and Learning Management Systems

About Our Benefits

• Salary packaging options to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay!
• Flexible working arrangements, with free onsite parking
• Working alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communities

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. MHCC requires all applicants to be ‘up to date’ with their vaccination status for COVID-19. This is a condition of employment. MHCC may contact suitable candidates prior to the application close date. Remuneration is commensurate with experience. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment Criminal History Checks as a condition of employment.

Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered.

Any enquires regarding the position should be addressed to the Learning and Development Manager, Michelle Hoomans, via office@mhcc.org.au

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We promote diversity and practice equity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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 22-38 hours per week 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 Training section.

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 (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 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 professional and industry currency
• Based in Sydney with willingness to travel within NSW and interstate as required

Desirable, but not essential

• Lived experience of mental health and direct experience in the provision of peer work will be highly regarded
• 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

• Salary packaging options to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay!
• Flexible working arrangements
• Working alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communities

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

• MHCC requires all applicants to be ‘up to date’ with their vaccination status for COVID-19. This is a condition of employment.
• Remuneration is commensurate with experience.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment Criminal History Checks as a condition of employment.
• Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered.
• Full job description available below

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

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We promote diversity and practice equity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.