WHY JOIN MIND BLANK?

• Work that inspires and educates.
• Flexibility with short-term contract gigs —perfect for those balancing other creative or work commitments.
• The chance to travel across the NT and connect with a variety of communities.
• Be part of a supportive, passionate team that believes in the power of storytelling to change lives.
• Ongoing opportunities to develop facilitation skills and grow your practice.

WE'RE ESPECIALLY KEEN TO HEAR FROM:

• First Nations creatives and community members.
• People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
• Individuals with lived experience of mental health who want to create change.
• Those curious to learn facilitation, even if it's new to you.

About us

Mind Blank are working alongside Carers NT to deliver creative arts based mental health programs for carers across the Top End in the second half of 2025.

Mind Blank Ltd is a charity in the mental health education sector, working to reduce the risk of suicide through a creative and preventative approach. For over 14 years we have been running our early intervention programs across schools, workplaces and in the community. In 2021 Founder & CEO Ally Kelly became a Suicide Prevention Australia award winner for her outstanding contribution to the sector. For further organisation information, please visit our website mindblank.org.au

Carers NT is a non-profit, community based organisation dedicated to improving the lives of an estimated 30,000 unpaid family carers living across the Northern Territory. They work collaboratively with their partners to influence the development of policies and essential services in the NT. Operating from offices in Darwin, Howard Springs, Katherine, Alice Springs, Nhulunbuy and Ramingining their role is to achieve an improved quality of life for carers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You’ll work as part of a professional creative team delivering interactive performances and mental health workshops to young people and adults. You might play a character, co-develop a workshop, facilitate group conversations, or help shape new storytelling projects.

This is a casual contractor role, suitable for those able to depict a broad range of ages, who can be available for short bursts of work throughout the year.

*This is a contractor engagement, program specific, with varied hours. Some availability fortnightly is desirable.

What you’ll be doing

Creative Team members will actively participate in:

Workshop Facilitation - lead sessions and interaction with program attendees to ensure key program messages are delivered.

Conduct Role play - lead or participate in roleplay scenarios, following scripts and pre-designed systems and procedures.

Shared Events Logistic Responsibilities​ - ensure smooth logistics for program delivery, and ensure team members undertake duties in a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate on the creation and delivery of theatre-based programs.
• Perform or facilitate highly engaging sessions.
• Participate in rehearsals, training, and wellness sessions.
• Respond to audience questions and feedback after shows.
• Be adaptable and open to diverse roles within the team.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Some experience in presenting, teaching, educating or performing
• An interest in working in the mental health, youth and/or community sector/s
• Has their Mental Health First Aid and/or experience supporting early intervention practices in the workplace and/or willing to complete the equivalent training
• Has the ability to engage, inspire and motivate audiences through face-to-face and digital mediums
• Has a personal and professional standard to which they hold themselves accountable.
• Proven experience in following systems and processes
• Resilience and the ability to handle unexpected changes
• A current Driver’s License

Essential selection criteria

• Creative Team members must hold a valid and current Working with Children Check for the NT (Ochre Card), or be able to get one.
• A tertiary qualification (Advanced Diploma or equivalent Bachelor's Degree) in social or youth work, human or community services, creative arts or other relevant field.
• Must live in and around Darwin, and be willing to travel to other locations across the Top End.

What You Get:

• Industry-aligned contractor rates.
• Hands-on experience making meaningful work in the community.
• Mentoring and training in facilitation and community engagement.
• A supportive team that values mental health and wellbeing—yours included.

next steps

If you want to be a part of an organisation that makes a real difference to in the community, apply now to join our amazing team.

Ready to apply? Use the Apply Now button, submit your CV and cover letter via the "Apply Now". Or contact [email protected] using the subject line: Program Facilitator / Arts Educator - Darwin and NT Region enquiry via EthicalJobs for more information. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to audition and meet our panel.

We look forward to seeing what you bring to the table (and stage).

A position description is attached.