About the role
Robinvale District Health Services is seeking a Mental Health Social Worker to join our dedicated healthcare team. This is a full-time position based in Robinvale, VIC 3549. In this role, you will provide compassionate and professional mental health support to individuals and families within our community. As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will play a crucial part in our healthcare delivery, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to promote mental wellbeing, facilitate recovery, and enhance the quality of life for our service users.
This position is integral to our commitment to providing accessible, high-quality mental health services to the Robinvale community.
What you'll be doing
- Lead the establishment and implementation of the new mental health service, including developing service processes, referral pathways and partnerships.
- Provide mental health counselling, therapeutic interventions and early intervention support.
- Deliver person-centred, recovery-oriented and trauma-informed mental health care.
- Develop individual recovery plans and support strategies.
- Build strong relationships with external mental health providers, healthcare professionals and key stakeholders
- Promote the new service and improve awareness and access to mental health support.
- Contribute to service planning, evaluation and continuous improvement.
What we're looking for
- A recognised Social Work qualification with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Demonstrated experience in mental health social work, counselling and therapeutic interventions.
- Demonstrated experience establishing, implementing or developing a new health or mental health service.
- Strong knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed mental health practice.
- Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The ability to work autonomously, show initiative and drive service development.
- A current driver's licence.
- Clear current police check and WWCC
What We Offer
At Robinvale District Health Services, we are committed to supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer:
- Competitive remuneration
- Salary packaging options
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Employee benefits, including health insurance discounts
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
About Us
Robinvale District Health Services is a leading provider of primary healthcare services in regional Victoria. Our dedicated team is passionate about improving the wellbeing of our local community and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.
First Nations people and LGBTQI people who meet the requirement of this role are encouraged to apply.
RDHS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we meet upon and pays respect to their Elders, past and present. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
First Nations people and LGBTQI people who meet the requirement of this role are encouraged to apply.
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Mental Health Social Worker in Robinvale employer: Robinvale District Health Services
Robinvale District Health Services offers a supportive work environment that emphasizes high-quality, person-centred care. Employees have the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to meaningful health outcomes in the community. The organization values professional development and provides roles that allow for hands-on leadership and collaboration.
Contact Details:
Robinvale District Health Services Recruitment Team
