• Casual position
• Flexible hours
• Brisbane, QLD location

About us

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. Our aim is to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Australia and across our region.

First aid and mental health training forms an integral part of this work, by skilling people in the community with training skills which could save a life.

About the role

Red Cross Training Services is a nationally recognised training provider delivering quality outcomes for our clients through relevant training and education programs. 

Red Cross Mental Health trainers are responsible for ensuring the delivery of non-accredited Mental Health courses on behalf of Red Cross First Aid & Mental Health RTO ID 3605 within a classroom setting.

Supported by a national administrative team, you will ensure training and all relevant resources are set up and delivered to a professional standard, meeting WHS, MHFAA and Red Cross Standards.

In this role, you will enjoy professional development opportunities in various areas of the health industry. Join us today to help empower the lives of others in your community by creating a positive and relaxing learning environment.

Metropolitan and rural travel is a requirement of this role.  

What you will bring

• Evidence of the completion of Mental Health First Aid Australia trainer registration
• TAE40116 – Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is desirable along with relevant industry based training certificates and experience
• Experience in facilitating training in community and corporate settings
• Demonstrated ability to engage students with capacity for compassion and understanding given the content of the sessions.
• High level of verbal and written communication and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people

A current Australian driver’s licence and Working with Children Check is mandatory for this role.

Why work with us

Be part of one of the largest humanitarian organisations and know that the work contributes to improving outcomes for vulnerable people.

You can access flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.

Further information

For further information about this role, please refer to the position description attached below or contact Deb Lowe on 0414 772 754

Position description:  Mental Health Trainer.pdf

Applications for this position will close at 11:55pm on Thursday 22nd September 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to protecting the rights of all people, particularly those who may be experiencing vulnerability. We want the people we work with to feel safe, be safe, and free from abuse of any kind. We are a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. We value, respect and listen to children and are committed to supporting child safety and wellbeing in our work.

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

Job Ref #: 521208