Mental Health Peer Work Trainer and Assessor

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

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 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

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 drivers 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 Benefits

Not-for-profit salary packaging options add up to $15900 to your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay.

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 $62000-$67000 equivalent to a full-time annual salary of $80000-$85000 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 06 July 2025

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

Full job description is available from our website via

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: