Mental Health Social Worker

2 weeks ago

Orbost, Australia Gippsland Lakes Complete Health Full time
Overview

Role: Mental Health Social Worker - Mental Health & Wellbeing Local at Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH).

Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) is a not-for-profit organisation that's been helping East Gippsland residents to live well for more than 40 years. We're one of the region's most high-profile health and support service providers with more than 500 staff, 300 volunteers, and an annual budget in excess of $50 million.

Salary & Hours
  • Between $88,392 and $110,480 (pro-rata) per annum, plus superannuation
  • Part time 48 hours per fortnight
  • Work within a skilled and experienced multi-disciplinary team
About The Role

The Mental Health Social Worker employed by Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) will provide services to the East Gippsland Mental Health and Wellbeing Local. You will provide support services to people experiencing mental illness, with the goal of improving outcomes for participants, carers, and the wider community.

Skills & Experience
  • Have a relevant tertiary qualification within the social services field i.e. Bachelor of Social Work.
  • Experience working with individuals and families to create care plans, provide referrals, risk assessment & safety planning, education and recovery-focused support.
  • Collaborate with services and stakeholders, strengthen interagency partnerships, and deliver flexible outreach support.
Team Culture

At GLCH we believe our people are our biggest asset and pride ourselves on a culture that is equitable, encourages open communication and has an emphasis on recognition and career advancement. We welcome all people irrespective of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. People enjoy working at GLCH because we're supportive, inclusive and collaborative in our approach.

Benefits
  • Generous salary packaging options
  • Opportunity for ongoing training and scholarships
  • Flexible Work Life Balance
  • Annual pay increases
  • Great location in the Gippsland Lakes region, offering beautiful beaches, lakes and an enviable outdoors lifestyle
Enquiries

Beck Downey – Change and Consolidate Team Leader (MH&W Local)

Ph: 03 – 5152 0052

Email: rebeccad@glch.org.au

How to Apply

Upload your resume and a cover letter that addresses your suitability for the role. A separate document addressing the Position Requirements is not required.

Applications close: Sunday, 14 September 2025

Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Other
Industries
  • Hospitals and Health Care
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