Northern Territory Our Way Our Say Program Coordinator

• Make a difference to young people by joining an innovative and well recognised national not-for-profit
• Full time role based in Darwin
• Leadership position with a collaborative team environment

Please note, this position may only be performed by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island person. This is a necessary special measure that intends to secure adequate advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups and individuals and promote substantive equality, in accordance with the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

What is headspace National

headspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia. Recognised nationally, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 154 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.

About the role

The Our Way Our Say program has been co-designed with Larrakia and other First Nations Peoples living in the Darwin region as part of the National Suicide Prevention Trial. Our Way Our Say aims to deliver culturally safe, evidence informed, holistic, skills-based approach to mental health and suicide prevention education for middle and senior school students.

The NT Our Way Our Say Coordinator will be highly experienced in coordinating programs of work, with a strong track record of working with schools and communities. They will have a depth of understanding of the socio-political influences on First Nations young peoples’ social and emotional wellbeing.

The NT Program Coordinator will hold accountability for Our Way Our Say program implementation and the oversight of day-to-day program operations. This position calls for a motivated and articulate individual who is highly skilled in organising and motivating a small collaborative team and working with a First Nations local governing body, as well as other wide and varied stakeholders including school staff, students, mental health and wellbeing service providers, and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

The NT Program Coordinator role will be based in Darwin and provide support to OWOS Facilitators, school staff, students, and communities to implement, adapt and improve Our Way Our Say in readiness for program upscale within the NT.

Who we’re looking for

headspace is seeking someone with;

• It is an essential operational requirement that this position is occupied by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person*
• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of First Nations Peoples cultures, social and emotional wellbeing frameworks, risk and protective factors, help seeking and suicide prevention, particularly relevant to First Nations Peoples living in the Greater Darwin region.
• A strong understanding of youth mental health issues including suicide prevention and postvention and the impact of trauma on school communities.
• Tertiary qualifications or significant demonstrated experience in education, health and/or relevant discipline.
• A high level understanding of Government processes and policies, particularly relating to education, wellbeing and socio-economic issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
• Experience working in similar level positions in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander policy, programs or services, and a track record of successful program delivery in complex environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in the delivery of training and resource packages.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of school education systems, student health and wellbeing policies, frameworks and programs, youth mental health
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with the ability to operate effectively at a national level and build relationships and strategic partnerships with stakeholders including key government, non-government and community partners.
• Capacity to travel.

What’s on offer

• A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work
• Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) – For more information on salary packaging, please refer to: https://www.smartsalary.com.au/.
• Salary range of $100,000 – $106,000 pro rata, dependant on years of experience and qualifications
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Darwin office
• Professional development opportunities
• A focus on wellbeing
• A commitment to diversity

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to view the position description, and to complete your application.

Your application must include a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for the role considering the Key Responsibilities found in the position description.

For more information contact Stephanie Wilks [email protected] using the subject line: Northern Territory Our Way Our Say Program Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Shortlisting will occur on 30th January 2023, with shortlisted applicants being contacted shortly after this. For applicants progressing to interview stage, interviews will be held in Darwin during the week of the 5th February 2024.

To be eligible for this position you must

• *It is an essential operational requirement that this position is occupied by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Have the right to live and work in Australia
• Have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent, and/or pass all of the WWCC(s) required for this role (please note that for some roles, headspace requires WWCCs for other State/Territories in addition to your Home State)
• Satisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Check

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.