Counselling Trainer & Assessor

Hader Institute of Education; City of Melbourne; Remote; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative team environment

Competitive remuneration

Modern online delivery tools

Job summary

Hader Institute of Education is seeking experienced Online Trainers/Assessors specialising in Counselling to design, deliver, and assess vocational training online. You will prepare learners for counselling qualifications, combining expert knowledge with engaging online delivery.

Responsibilities include developing content, running online sessions, assessing competencies, and providing feedback while maintaining detailed learner records.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Counselling (CHC51015) or higher and ACA registration required.
• Minimum 2 years' counselling experience and TAE credentials or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience delivering and assessing counselling skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing, delivering, and assessing counselling training programmes online.
• Provide constructive feedback and support learner progression.
• Maintain records of learner performance, attendance and outcomes.
• Collaborate with other trainers to ensure consistent delivery and assessment.

Skills

Online teaching

Assessment design

Feedback & mentoring

Learner support

Curriculum alignment

Education

Diploma of Counselling (CHC51015) or higher

ACA registration

TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent

Tools

Zoom

LMS platforms

Job description

Hader Institute of Education – Armadale VIC

Hader Institute of Education is seeking experienced Online Trainers/Assessors specialising in Counselling to join our vocational education team.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, delivering, and assessing vocational training programmes to learners pursuing qualifications in counselling education and support. You will play a crucial role in preparing skilled professionals for this vital sector, combining your subject matter expertise with engaging online delivery methods to ensure learners achieve the competencies required for their careers.

What you'll be doing

• Designing and developing engaging online training content and resources aligned with vocational curriculum standards for counselling qualifications
• Delivering interactive online training sessions to cohorts of learners, utilising a variety of digital tools and pedagogical approaches
• Assessing learner competency through a range of assessment methods, including assignments, practical tasks, and examinations, ensuring consistency and fairness
• Providing constructive feedback to learners to support their development and progression through their qualification
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of learner performance, attendance, and assessment outcomes
• Collaborating with other trainers and assessors to ensure consistency in delivery and assessment practices across Hader
• Supporting learners with guidance and pastoral care to enhance their learning experience and outcomes
• Staying current with industry developments, legislative changes, and best practice in alcohol and other drugs education and online delivery
• Participating in professional development and training to enhance teaching and assessment skills

Requirements

Essential requirements

• CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling or higher relevant counselling qualification.
• Current registration with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
• Minimum 2 years' recent and relevant counselling industry experience.
• Current TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, TAE40116, or another credential accepted under the applicable VET requirements.
• Demonstrated experience providing counselling to clients using recognised counselling approaches/modalities.
• Strong knowledge of counselling ethics, professional boundaries, informed consent, confidentiality, referral, risk and crisis response.
• Experience delivering and assessing practical counselling skills, including observed demonstrations and role plays.
• Ability to provide evidence of qualifications, TAE credentials, ACA registration, industry currency and relevant professional development.

Highly desirable

• ACA Level 2 or above.
• Current professional/clinical supervision and ongoing counselling professional development.
• Previous RTO/VET training and assessment experience, preferably at Diploma level.
• Experience with online delivery, Zoom and LMS platforms.
• Experience with validation, moderation and continuous improvements.

Benefits

What we offer

Hader Institute of Education is committed to supporting the professional growth and wellbeing of our staff. We offer:

• Flexible, ongoing part-time working arrangements that allow you to balance professional commitments with personal priorities
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and access to training in vocational education best practices
• A collaborative and supportive team environment where your expertise is valued and recognised
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the alcohol and other drugs sector by preparing skilled professionals
• Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience
• Access to modern online delivery tools and resources to enhance your teaching practice