Facilitator Womens Peer Support Programs

About Us
At Cancer Council Queensland, our mission is simple - to ensure no Queenslander is left navigating cancer alone. We're here to provide support to everyone impacted by cancer, and to improve quality of life for all Queenslanders facing a diagnosis. We do this through work in three key areas, cancer research, cancer prevention and early detection, and cancer support services

About The Role
The Women's Connect Program, proudly funded by Queensland Health, brings Queensland women and non-binary people together to connect with others who have a deep understanding of what it's like to live with cancer. As Facilitator, you will be responsible for establishing, developing and facilitating the Women's Connect program pilot, co-facilitating group and peer led psychosocial supports and assisting our Research and Internal Project Team with the co-design and evaluation of the program.

You Will Ensure That The Program Is Accessible, Culturally Safe, And Responsive To The Diverse Needs And Lived Experiences Of Priority Populations, Including

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• LGBTQIA+ people
• People with disability
• People living in regional, rural and remote communities

This role is a permanent part-time position (22 hours per week - negotiable) and can be based in Cairns, Townsville, Toowoomba or Brisbane.

About You
To be successful in this role, the following qualifications and skills are essential:

• Qualifications in Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Allied Health, Community services or a related field.
• Experience in working closely with people and communities affected by cancer
• Experience in group facilitation, with strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and proven ability to lead inclusive discussions.
• As there will be some travel, holding a current Qld Drivers' Licence is preferred.

The following is welcomed, but not essential:

• An understanding of peer work, how to use lived experience appropriately, and experience in coordinating and facilitating community peer support programs
• Experience in program development including the ability to contribute to program design, undertake needs analysis, engage stakeholders in consultation, and contribute to program evaluation.
• A lived experience with cancer and willingness to appropriately share your lived experience is desired but not essential.

As a key focus of this role is to actively engage with these communities, applicants from priority populations or applicants with strong established connection with any priority populations, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, Culturally & Linguistically Diverse communities, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, and Rural & Remote communities are strongly encouraged, and very welcome. If you're passionate about supporting people impacted by cancer and believe you bring valuable experience or perspective, we would love to hear from you, even if you don't meet every criterion listed.

Working at Cancer Council Queensland
Cancer Council Queensland employees and volunteers lead Queenslanders in a partnership against cancer by living our values of being responsible, inclusive, equitable, and collaborative.

We Have a Collaborative, Energetic, And Supportive Team Culture, Contributing To Meaningful Work With a Tangible Impact. By Celebrating And Fostering Our Individual Strengths, We Take On More Challenging Work. In Turn, We Lead More Balanced, Exciting And Fulfilling Lives. Our Growing Non-for-Profit Organisation Offers Employees

• Flexible work arrangements (Flexible Work Hours and Work from Home options).
• ATO-Approved Salary Packaging up to the value of $18,549 per Fringe Benefit Tax year
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Professional Development Allowance
• Workplace health programs, such as Fitness Passport
• Cancer Council Shop discount

How to apply
Applications Should Be Addressed To
People and Culture Team
Cancer Council Queensland

Include The Following Documentation With Your Application

• Cover letter - Your cover letter should clearly indicate the position you are applying for and give a brief summary of your motivations for applying and your relevant skills and experience.
• Current Resume - Your resume should include your contact details, work experience, educational background and professional development.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council Queensland reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

The successful applicant will be required to conduct a current National Police Certificate.