Infant Mental Health Case Worker

7 days ago

West Perth, Australia MercyCare Full time

**Job description**
**Infant Mental Health Case Worker**:

- Community, Family and Children Services | Social/Welfare
Closing date: 27/09/2025

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.

**About the role**

As our Infant Mental Health Case Worker, you will provide early intervention and therapeutic support aimed at enhancing infants’ social and emotional development, ultimately reducing mental health challenges later in life. You will work closely with families, delivering counselling, psychoeducation, and practical assistance, while fostering community connection and engagement. This role is a permanent part time position, 60.8 hours per fortnight based at our West Perth head office.

In this role, you will ensure support is both culturally appropriate and person-centred. You will implement early intervention strategies to promote the wellbeing of infants and children, while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment that prioritises child safety and safeguarding.

**About you**

We are seeking someone who is looking for a position that is meaningful and brings the opportunity to make a significant positive impact. With an in-depth understanding of the importance of networks you will have an ability to create supportive communities for young people. You will bring flexibility, initiative and an understanding of evidence-based models that support children and their families. Your key experience will include:
You will also have:

- Tertiary degree in a relevant Human Services field or extensive relevant experience
- Strong understanding of evidence-based service models for working with infants, children, and families
- Experience supporting complex young people and their families
- The ability to engage effectively with community networks, service providers, and stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills
- A current Driver’s Licence
- A valid Working with Children Check (WWC)
- A National Police Clearance obtained within the last six months

**About the benefits**

You'll become part of an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming Western Australian organisation passionately committed to making a meaningful impact in the local community. Our MercyCare Promise is focused on ensuring our people are connected and empowered to make a positive difference in the heart of our communities**.**

**As a valued team member, you’ll also enjoy access to**:

- Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000
- Childcare discounts for your little ones
- Options to purchase additional leave
- Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

**To Apply**

**_At MercyCare, every person matters._**
- With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values - respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage._

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