• Facilitate engaging groups and workshops that support people experiencing mental health challenges to build skills, strengthen wellbeing and achieve their recovery goals
• Permanent part-time position | 25 hours per week (5 hours per day), Monday to Friday
• Hourly rate $40.49 - $43.42 + Super 12% & Benefits
• Rockingham Location

Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived and living experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.

Mind Australia is one of Australia’s largest providers of community-managed psychosocial services, supporting people experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges to find help, hope and purpose in their lives. Operating for almost 50 years and employing more than 1,300 staff around Australia, Mind is a leading employer of people with lived experience of mental health challenges, recognising their unique ability to connect with and motivate clients and guide recovery.

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate, dynamic Group Facilitator for a permanent, part-time role (25 hours/week) at our Step-Up Step-Down residential service in Rockingham. In this role, you co-create, -plan, -facilitate and -evaluate group programs that promote self-exploration, recovery, resilience, skill development and wellbeing.

You will create a safe, welcoming and non-stigmatising environment where residents feel empowered to participate, build social connections and work towards their personal recovery goals. Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, families, carers and community partners, you will support residents to strengthen their skills, increase community participation, and improve their overall quality of life.

About the service

The Step-Up Step-Down (Kwelena SUSD) service in Rockingham is a 10-bed, short-stay residential program supporting adults aged 18 to 64 with psychosocial disabilities. Delivered in partnership with Southern Metropolitan Health Service and Housing Choices, this recovery-focused service provides a safe, therapeutic environment offering a ‘step-up’ alternative to hospital admission or a ‘step-down’ pathway to help people transition from acute hospital care back into the community.

Key responsibilities

• Co-create, plan and facilitate groups and workshops to build life skills, develop social and community connections, and focus on recovery.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Practitioner to co-design, deliver and continuously improve group programs that support recovery and wellbeing.
• Create a welcoming, respectful and emotionally safe environment that encourages participation and engagement.
• Support residents to identify strengths, develop skills and work towards their individual recovery goals.
• Engage and collaborate with families, carers, community organisations and support networks to enhance recovery outcomes.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to promote community participation, recovery-oriented care and continuous service improvement.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Mental Health, Peer Work, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or other health related field as designated by Mind.
• Qualification (minimum Certificate IV) in Employment, Vocational Training or Pre-employment Education, or similar field is desirable.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating and delivering group programs, workshops, education or training activities.
• Experience working with people with mental health challenges and complex needs, including engaging with families and carers.
• Strong communication skills are necessary to engage members and foster a collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Generous not-for-profit salary packaging - up to $15,899 p.a.
• Option to access Meal and Entertainment allowance - up to $2,650 p.a. via Salary Packaging.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - support for you and your immediate family.
• Fitness Passport - access to a wide range of fitness facilities for you and your family.
• Workplace Banking Portal - access to a variety of banking and lifestyle benefits through our CommBank program.
• Professional development through regular supervision sessions.

Interested?

To obtain a position description and apply online visit Mind Careers - reference number 500656. Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Friday 23 October 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

For more information, please contact:

Jason Marshall, Service Manager Jason.marshall@mindaustralia.org.au

Mind is committed to a barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to complete your application, please email hr@mindaustralia.org.au

Position Description

 PD Group Facilitator (KSUSD) 20230921.pdf

The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check, and NDIS Workers Screening Check.