Contractor Duties

Through the delivery of Black Dog Institute’s interactive, learner-centred workshops, the General Practitioner (GP) and Clinical Psychologist Facilitator plays a key role in improving the detection and treatment of mental illnesses. This role enhances understanding of the psychological, social, and physical aspects of comprehensive patient care. Each year, Black Dog Institute facilitates hundreds of workshops for health professionals across Australia. This role presents a unique opportunity to positively impact healthcare providers and the broader community. Each year, Black Dog Institute facilitates hundreds of workshops for health professionals across Australia. This role presents a unique opportunity to positively impact healthcare providers and the broader community.

Training and Development

Our Facilitators receive comprehensive support, including a robust induction and training program, along with multiple professional development opportunities each year. This ensures you are confident and well-prepared to deliver workshops to the highest standard, both face-to-face and online. Initially, contractors start by delivering face-to-face workshops and transition to online facilitation as required. All contractors are required to complete the following:

• An onboarding training session
• Observation of a program
• Co-facilitation of a program, and
• Solo facilitation of a program 

Successful completion of onboarding is a required accreditation to deliver workshops (approximately 1-2  months)

Once accredited, contracting duties are as follows: 

Workshop Preparation and Delivery

• Conduct new client briefing sessions before program facilitation and tailor programs to client-specific insights
• Facilitate workshops in both face-to-face and online settings.
• Deliver content professionally, aligning with Black Dog Institute’s program specifications.
• Administer pre- and post-program evaluations.
•  Provide feedback to the Resource Development team to support continuous improvement and contribute to content development when required.
• Engage in post-workshop activities, including participation in Black Dog Institute’s Community of Practice.
• Adhere to Black Dog Institute policies and procedures
• Flexibility to travel and deliver workshops during and outside of business hours and, to travel regionally, rurally and interstate.
• Contribute to the creation of Service Implementation Program content.
• Moderate discussions within the Black Dog Institute’s Community of Practice. 

Essential Criteria for Contractors: 

Facilitators are selected as highly regarded and accomplished professionals. To be eligible for this role, you must possess:

• Endorsement by the Psychology Board of Australia to practice as a Clinical Psychologist or Organisational Psychologist.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in treating clients with mental illness or provision of psychology services within an organisation.
• Proven experience in delivering high-quality adult education and training programs to diverse corporate or health professional audiences.
•  Advanced communication, interpersonal and client relationship skills
•  A willingness to travel regionally, rurally, and interstate.
• Commitment to complete the onboarding and upskill process within 8weeks of sign on date.
• Technical proficiency, particularly with AV equipment and computers.
• Possession of an ABN. - will you not consider if they dont have one?
• Knowledge of EEO principles and OH&S responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant OH&S training. 

Entering a contracting agreement with the Institute is contingent on the completion of 2 reference checks and a criminal record check, verification of APHRA registration

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We actively welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented backgrounds and recognise that not all candidates will have had equal opportunity to gain experience in the past. If you’re excited about this opportunity but feel you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply as your unique perspective and experiences matter.

How to Apply 
To become a contractor, follow the link to ELMO to apply and submit your most up to date resume. Please do not respond to any suspicious emails requesting you to upload your ID or personal details.