Wellness Program Facilitator

Location: Remote (Australia-based only)

Employment Type: Contract / Part-Time

Applications will only be considered from candidates who are currently based in Australia and hold a valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card or equivalent, along with the legal right to work in Australia. If you do not meet these criteria, your application will not be considered during screening.About the Role

We are seeking experienced and compassionate Wellness Program Facilitators to deliver online mindfulness and wellbeing sessions for veterans and their families.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in trauma-aware facilitation, mindfulness practices, and emotional wellbeing strategies. You will create safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces that support participants in developing resilience, emotional regulation, and stress management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate interactive, evidence-based online group sessions (via Zoom, Teams, or similar platforms).
• Lead participants through structured mindfulness, meditation, and wellbeing practices.
• Conduct participant onboarding, progress tracking, feedback, and follow-up sessions.
• Foster a trauma-aware, inclusive, and supportive group environment.
• Collaborate with program coordinators and administrative teams to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, participant notes, and reporting documentation.
• Provide feedback to improve session design and participant engagement.

Essential Requirements

• Certification or formal training in mindfulness, counselling, psychology, or wellbeing facilitation.
• Demonstrated experience leading group-based wellbeing or mindfulness programs, preferably online.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and mental health–sensitive facilitation.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card or state/territory equivalent.
• Current National Police Check.
• Legal right to work in Australia.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience working with veterans, mental health clients, or community wellbeing initiatives.
• Familiarity with evidence-based wellbeing frameworks (e.g., MBSR, ACT, Positive Psychology).
• Comfort and proficiency with online facilitation platforms such as Teams, Zoom, or Webex.
• Ability to adapt facilitation style to suit diverse participant needs and group dynamics.
• Awareness of confidentiality and ethical practices in group facilitation.