At a Glance
- Tasks: Support consumers in their mental health recovery through assessments and tailored treatment plans.
- Company: Join Monash Health, a leading academic health service with over 175 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, salary packaging, and flexible work arrangements.
- Other info: Be part of a culture that values inclusivity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive, innovative team.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health and strong therapeutic intervention skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives. We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice. Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
About the Role
Are you a Social Worker with a passion for delivering timely, evidence-based mental health care? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with consumers to support meaningful change and recovery? The Agile Psychological Medicine (aPM) Clinics provide personalised, flexible, and evidence-based therapeutic care to consumers accessing public mental health services. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of Psychologists, Social Workers, and Psychiatrists, you will play a key role in supporting consumers experiencing acute mental health challenges and helping them navigate their recovery journey.
In this role, you will:
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for consumers referred through psychiatric triage, emergency departments, and inpatient services
- Work collaboratively with consumers to identify their needs and develop recovery-focused treatment plans
- Provide therapeutic social work interventions and system-based support to improve outcomes and promote recovery
- Utilise routine outcome measures to inform clinical decision-making and enhance care delivery
- Contribute to a supportive and innovative multidisciplinary team committed to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
About You
You are a motivated and compassionate Social Worker with experience in mental health and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will bring:
- Experience working within mental health settings
- Strong assessment, engagement, and therapeutic intervention skills
- An interest in systems-based and/or family-inclusive practice
- The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A flexible and adaptable approach to managing a dynamic clinical workload
- A commitment to evidence-based practice and using outcomes to inform care
In Return
Joining Agile Psychological Medicine offers the opportunity to work within a highly supportive and collaborative team environment where innovation, learning, and clinical excellence are valued. You will benefit from:
- Ongoing professional development and supervision
- Opportunities to further develop your mental health clinical skills
- Access to salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- Subsidised onsite parking and staff gym facilities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing supports
- Flexible work arrangements, including reduced EFT opportunities by negotiation
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Sika Turner, Manager aPM Clinics and Senior Clinical Psychologist.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time. We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
Social Worker, Grade 4 employer: Monash Health
Monash Health is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As part of the Dandenong Hospital ED team, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, working here means being part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality care in a dynamic environment.
