WARCA Principal

• Permanent full-time
• $51.90 – $59.22 per hour + 13  % superannuation + salary packaging
• Perth based role, availability to travel to regional locations required

HelpingMinds

HelpingMinds is a leading carer support and mental health services organisation that is about to celebrate 50 years in the industry. Our compassionate team support to more than 10,000 children, youth, adults, and families each year. We are a value-driven organisation that encompasses the values of Hope, Collaboration, Trust, Integrity, and Respect to provide quality service.

About the WA Recovery College Alliance (WARCA)

The WA Recovery College Alliance (WARCA) aims to create positive change and hope by bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities in a safe, welcoming and flexible learning environment which enables the sharing of lived expertise and professional knowledge. The College promotes mental health and wellbeing (recovery) for all throughout the community, through providing a range of courses which offer knowledge, skills, and tools that support people to find greater meaning, confidence, and enjoyment in everyday life.

WARCA courses and workshops are underpinned by co-design and co-production values and principles and operates according to the WARCA Integrity Framework. The courses create spaces for connection, shared learning and new possibilities.

To find out more visit the WARCA website

The position

This role is responsible for leading and managing the Recovery College.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Leading and managing all aspects of the Recovery College
• Developing and maintaining collaborative links and partnerships across the Recovery College, community and other government and non-government agencies
• Facilitating co-design workshops in relation to education courses
• Overseeing the day to day running and leadership of the college and team members

For a copy of the Job Description, please email

About You

Minimum qualifications:

• Degree level qualification in education
• Australian Working Rights
• Current drivers license

Candidates will also either have or be willing to obtain the following:

• National Police Clearance (within 6 months)

The perks

In addition to joining a professional and dynamic team, you will work in a supportive and positive environment with staff that live by HelpingMinds' values and have a strong focus on community needs. We understand the importance of health and wellbeing and offer an employee wellness program.

• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 to increase your take-home pay
• Generous leave entitlements
• 5 weeks annual leave per year (pro rata), increasing to 6 weeks (pro rata) once reaching 3 years of continuous service
• 2 wellness days per year, increasing to 3 days once reaching 3 years of continuous service
• Generous superannuation –  13%, increasing to 14% after 1 year of service
• Professional development and support around additional training
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to have a real impact with the work you do
• A supportive, flexible work environment

Apply now

To apply for this position and take the next steps towards a rewarding career with HelpingMinds, please submit a resume and cover letter. For more information, contact the Recruitment team on or email 

HelpingMinds Limited is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQIA, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience of mental health issues and of supporting family members with mental health issues

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.