Social Worker, Grade 1

4 days ago

Pakenham, Victoria, Australia Monash Health Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Requisition ID: 5625

Legal Entity: Monash Health

Location:
Pakenham, VIC, AU, 3810

Employment Type: Full Time Fixed Term

Posting Date: 16 Sept 2025

Monash Health is a great place to work

Monash Health is Victoria's largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare and service for people at every life stage. To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos:

Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people's lives.

About the Role

We are seeking a Grade 1 Social Worker to join our Pakenham Community Mental Health Team, part of the Casey Adult Mental Health Program. This full-time, fixed-term role is ideal for early-career social workers wanting to develop their skills as a mental health case manager in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

What you'll gain:

  • A structured introduction to mental health social work
  • Supervision and mentoring from experienced clinicians
  • Participation in the Mental Health Allied Health Training Program
  • A graded caseload aligned with your growing expertise

In this role, you will provide psychosocial assessment, intervention, care coordination, and group facilitation, while working in partnership with families, carers, and community services.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting psychosocial assessments and delivering recovery-focused interventions
  • Coordinating care and engaging with families, carers, and external agencies
  • Supporting discharge planning and community reintegration
  • Responding to crises, including family violence and vulnerable persons
  • Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and service planning
  • Maintaining accurate documentation and outcome measures (e.g. HoNOS)

About You

You are a compassionate and motivated social worker, eager to develop your practice in a dynamic mental health setting. You bring:

  • A strong interest in community mental health
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A commitment to recovery-oriented and inclusive practice
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • A proactive, flexible, and professional approach

Essential criteria:

  • AASW-accredited Bachelor or Master of Social Work
  • Eligibility for AASW membership
  • Current Victorian Driver's Licence
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health & Wellbeing Act 2022, Family Violence Protection Act 2008)
  • Strong computer and documentation skills

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

  • Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
  • Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
  • Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
  • Employee Wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
  • Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria's largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.

At Monash Health, you'll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further,please call Renata Linklater, Pakenham Continuing Care Manager on

Position Description can be found here.

Role Statement can be found here.

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. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the 'Application Guide'. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 30 September 2025

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