ABOUT US

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Part Time position (18 hours per week)

The Wellbeing Coordinator will join the AFL’s Mental Health and Wellbeing team, who strive for innovation in all areas of health, wellbeing and positive psychology.

Located in Darwin , this position will support wellbeing strategies at AFLNT and assist in the development of young male and female athletes in a high-performance sporting environment. The role is focused on providing individual support and guidance to help players to pursue good mental health and wellbeing, strive for a sport-life balance and build social capital.

The AFL Talent Pathway has a sustained passion for growing young people on and off the football field. This role works closely alongside coaching and administrative staff who uphold that responsibility in holistically developing players throughout their time in the AFLNT talent programs.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. The AFL undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children in its care.

Please note, employment in this position is subject to the successful candidate holding a Valid Working with Children Check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

• Facilitate the development and implementation of wellbeing strategies with players in the football environment
• Manage the delivery of our wellbeing curriculum for players
• Attend training and matches (which may include team travel)
• Relationship management
• Provide individual support and guidance to drive players to pursue good mental health and wellbeing
• Develop, guide and counsel players

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively liaise with diverse stakeholders, including: players, coaches, parents and other staff
• Ability to engage young people whilst building trust and rapport
• Understanding of processes pertaining to medical and allied health referral services
• Flexibility in responding to the unique needs of AFLNT pathway players
• Previous experience working with adolescents and topics related to wellbeing
• Understanding and experience with Safeguarding Children processes and practices
• Demonstrated growth mindset and willingness to learn
• Bachelor qualification in Psychology, Health, Education or related field
• Mental Health First Aid Youth Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• ASSIST training (or willingness to obtain)

OUR CULTURE

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THE PERKS

• We believe in a Healthy Mind, Healthy Body and Healthy Workplace and our staff have access to an extensive Health and Wellbeing program
• My Development – all employees have access to the AFL’s My development program which consists of on the job training, coaching and mentoring and formal learning.
• My Benefits – staff have access to over 350 discounts with some of the biggest retailers and the AFL’s Corporate Partners
• Play Your Way – A flexible approach to your working life

Applications Close: 14 June 2021