Join a Purpose-Driven Mental Health Education Team!

Are you passionate about improving mental health outcomes, reducing stigma, and empowering individuals through education? Mental Illness Education ACT (MIEACT) is seeking enthusiastic, values-driven Program Facilitators (DoNOHarm) and Program Educators (YAM Instructors) to join our innovative organisation on a casual or part-time basis. If you thrive on making a meaningful impact, fostering inclusive learning environments, and supporting people from diverse backgrounds, we want to hear from you!

About MIEACT

MIEACT is a respected, not-for-profit mental health education organisation, established in 1993. Our mission is to deliver impactful programs to schools, workplaces, and the wider community, promoting help-seeking, knowledge, and stigma reduction. We are growing our reach and impact, supporting safe and effective use of lived experience in mental health education.

The Roles

We are hiring for several positions in both roles:

Program Facilitator (DoNOHarm): Help deliver and develop MIEACT’s adult and community programs, including DoNOHarm and workplace training. Facilitate engaging sessions, tailor content for diverse audiences, and create safe spaces for open discussion. Support program administration, collect feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Program Educator (YAM Instructor): Present a variety of MIEACT programs to schools across Canberra and the ACT region, including Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) and mental health literacy initiatives. Ensure effective delivery, uphold program fidelity, and maintain professional standards while engaging students and staff.

What We Offer

Flexible casual or part-time hours

Work with a mission-driven team who are making a real difference

Opportunities to grow your skills in mental health education, facilitation, and community engagement

Supportive environment valuing lived experience, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches

Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development

Collaborative workplace culture with strong leadership and peer support.

What We’re Looking For

Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Confident, empathetic facilitator who engages and inspires diverse groups

Experience engaging with vulnerable people or diverse groups

Ability to tailor and deliver interactive program content

Relevant qualifications or experience in mental health, education, public health, or facilitation

Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive, can-do attitude

Strong digital literacy for both in-person and online program delivery

Current Working with Vulnerable People Card (ACT)

How to Apply

If you’re ready to inspire hope, break down stigma, and empower individuals through education, submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role to [email protected].

Full positions descriptions can be found on the MIEACT careers page: Program Educator - MIEACT - MIEACT. Please specify whether you are applying for the Program Facilitator (DoNOHarm) or Program Educator (YAM Instructor) role.

Be part of a team that empowers mental health awareness, fosters understanding, and creates lasting change. We look forward to hearing from you!