Work With Us
Join the Happy Paws Happy Hearts (HPHH) team and create positive change
At Happy Paws Happy Hearts (HPHH), people don’t just come to work — they come to make an impact in the lives of both people and animals, hearts and paws. We create programs that connect vulnerable or socially isolated people with rescue animals in ways that build confidence, connection, and hope for the future.
Through the magic of the human-animal connection, we run programs from Darwin to Tasmania, from the ears to the tail of Australia, empowering participants with disabilities and neurodiversity, veterans and first responders, and youth at risk.
In working with the animals, participants build life management skills, social connection and skills, confidence, independence and vocational skills to assist them into entering or re-entering a vocational pathway. Our programs change lives for both hearts and paws alike.
Why HPHH?
Why join HPHH?
We are more than a workplace – we are a fast-growing movement driven by heart.
As a valued team member at HPHH, you will experience:
A culture that is heart-led and grounded in real connection, where our people genuinely care for one another, and the mission we all work towards.
Work with purpose and impact – see the tangible difference you make each day.
Growth that celebrates individuality. From learning on-the-ground from each other’s strengths and experience to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Leadership that listens: Our leaders are values-led and approachable, not just literally but physically on-the-ground, contributing to and building an environment where everyone can thrive.
Wellness initiatives and Employee Assistance Programs
Salary Sacrificing benefits (as a not-for-profit)
Daily tail Wags!
We value and embrace individuality, celebrating moments where each person’s lived experience, knowledge, and skills are recognised and celebrated. We support each other on a journey of change and making positive experiences together through living our values of:
We have welcoming hearts, we have courageous hearts, we have hopeful hearts and we have big hearts.
Current Vacancies
Head of Program Delivery - Wacol
Is your happy place leading a dynamic team, solving problems and engaging with a variety of people? Do you have a heart that beats for both people and animals?
If you are looking for a unique role that blends your passion for both, then this role could be your paw-fect match!
As our Head of Program Delivery - Wacol, you’ll lead our engaged and positive team providing structured programs, creating meaningful connections between participants and rescue animals. Our Program supports individuals with diverse needs—including people with disability, mental health challenges, and those experiencing social isolation—to build skills, confidence, and social connection in a safe, inclusive environment.
You will provide strategic oversight and operational leadership to ensure the high-quality delivery of programs at Wacol. This role is responsible for program development, stakeholder engagement, site-based event coordination, overseeing rostering, and project and commercial management.
What You Bring
Tertiary qualification in social work, education, project management, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in program management, team leadership, or operational management roles.
Excellence in driving performance, engagement, and retention of teams.
Experience in disability services, community programs, or the non-profit sector.
Senior Program Trainer - Wacol
Is your happy place at the front of a group, facilitating safe, engaging spaces for learning and connection? Do you have a heart that beats for both people and animals?
If you are looking for a unique role that blends your passion for both, then this role could be your paw-fect match!
As a Senior Program Trainer, you’ll facilitate our engaging, structured programs at Wacol, creating meaningful connections between participants and rescue animals. You’ll support individuals with diverse needs—including people with disability, mental health challenges, and those experiencing social isolation—to build skills, confidence, and social connection in a safe, inclusive environment. The role supports the operations by problem solving, planning and mentoring Program Trainers and volunteers. The Senior Program Trainer is critical in supporting positive relationships with our partner organisation - the RSPCA at Wacol.
Our programs follow curated monthly modules based on best-practice animal care and training methods. You’ll be fully equipped with structured plans and tools — but the magic happens when you bring your own personality, experience, and energy to each session. Just like a great classroom, the impact comes from what you bring to the space — and at HPHH, we embrace your unique strengths, quirks and creativity to help make every session truly your own.
Program Trainer - Wacol (P/T - 3 days a week)
Is your happy place at the front of a group, facilitating safe, engaging spaces for learning and connection? Do you have a heart that beats for both people and animals?
If you are looking for a unique role that blends your passion for both, then this role could be your paw-fect match!
As a Program Trainer, you’ll facilitate our engaging, structured programs at Wacol, creating meaningful connections between participants and rescue animals. You’ll support individuals with diverse needs—including people with disability, mental health challenges, and those experiencing social isolation—to build skills, confidence, and social connection in a safe, inclusive environment.
Our programs follow curated monthly modules based on best-practice animal care and training methods. You’ll be fully equipped with structured plans and tools — but the magic happens when you bring your own personality, experience, and energy to each session. Just like a great classroom, the impact comes from what you bring to the space.
Program Trainer - Mackay - Casual
Mackay Harbour, Mackay & Coalfields QLD
Is your happy place at the front of a group, facilitating safe, engaging spaces for learning and connection? Do you have a heart that beats for both people and animals?
We’re looking for someone with a heart as big as their enthusiasm! Passion and energy fuel our programs. So, if you love making meaningful connections, creating a fun and inclusive learning environment, and bringing your unique energy to the table, you’ll fit right in.
As a Program Trainer, you’ll facilitate our engaging, structured programs at Wacol, creating meaningful connections between participants and rescue animals. You’ll support individuals with diverse needs—including people with disability, mental health challenges, and those experiencing social isolation—to build skills, confidence, and social connection in a safe, inclusive environment.
Our programs follow curated monthly modules based on best-practice animal care and training methods. You’ll be fully equipped with structured plans and tools — but the magic happens when you bring your own personality, experience, and energy to each session. Just like a great classroom, the impact comes from what you bring to the space.
Seeking a certain position with us?
Want to stay in the loop with new opportunities at Happy Paws Happy Hearts? We post all our job vacancies on Seek — simply search “Happy Paws Happy Hearts” along with your preferred location and any desired key words to reflect your profession, then click ‘Save this search’ to receive email alerts when new roles become available near you. It’s the easiest way to keep up to date and be the first to know when a new opportunity opens!
Alternatively, if you can’t wait to experience the magic of Happy Paws Happy Hearts, head to our Volunteering page to learn more about how you can lend a helping hand by connecting hearts and paws.
Meet some of the recipients of our Staff Happy Hearts Awards
Charlotte, Outcomes and Evaluations Analyst
The North Star Award
Jess, Team Leader - Regional Queensland
Jess The Juggling
Juggernaut award
Emily, Program Trainer - Toowoomba
Queen of the Mountain award
Margaret, Program Trainer - Darwin
True Territory Champion
Our Paw-some Staff Stories
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From Volunteer to Program Trainer and Enrolments Officer – Sara’s Journey at HPHH
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Fearsome Feline Lover, Juliana at Ten Lives Cat Centre
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What inspired Sarah to ditch the desk job for pups and people
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How Nina found her calling to help people and animals
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From Shark Tank to HPHH: Meet Lori Phegan
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What Emily Plunkett loves about working at HPHH
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Meet Justin Palazzo-Orr: Passion and purpose at HPHH
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Love at first sight: How Tara met the ‘paw-fect’ puppy on her first day
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‘Brought tears to my eyes’: How Claire was inspired to join HPHH
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From North England to North Australia: How Susan found HPHH
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How a love for animals opened new doors for Louise
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From California to Toowoomba: Bianca’s journey to HPHH
If these roles aren’t quite what you’re after, would you be interested in sharing your time with us?
