Social Worker, Grade 1 - SECASA, Brief Intervention, Intake & After Hours Team

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

About the Role

Join our SECASA team as a Grade 1 Social Worker on a full time, fixed term basis until October 2026. This position will see you working from SECASA sites at Dandenong and the Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, within the Brief Intervention, Intake & After Hours Team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver evidence-based intake and initial assessments for individuals impacted by sexual assault, family violence, and for young people displaying harmful sexual behaviours.
• Provide high-quality interventions including crisis counselling, brief counselling, psychoeducation, information, support, and referrals.
• Coordinate sexual assault crisis responses as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting survivors of recent assault.
• Offer secondary consultation and guidance to internal Monash Health staff and external professionals.
• Contribute to community education and professional development initiatives.

About Us

The SECASA Intake and Brief Intervention Team is the central access point for all clinical and therapeutic services at SECASA. We manage the triage and prioritisation of incoming requests, provide initial assessments, and offer secondary consultation, information, and referral support. Our team delivers sexual assault crisis responses during business hours, conducts assessments for Child Protection and DFFH referrals, and provides brief, evidence-based interventions to support those seeking timely care.

About You

You are an early-career clinician with a genuine interest in supporting people impacted by sexual assault, family violence, or complex trauma. You bring foundational assessment and counselling skills, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to delivering safe, person-centred care.

You work well both independently and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, and you communicate clearly and respectfully with clients, families, and professionals.

You are motivated, reflective, and open to supervision and ongoing professional development. Your empathy, professionalism, and ability to stay organised in a dynamic environment help you contribute meaningfully to the work of the Intake and Brief Intervention Team.

Education & licence requirements include:

• Bachelor of Social Work or Masters Social Work Qualifying OR Masters of Social Work, OR equivalent as assessed and approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)  
• Eligible for ordinary membership of AASW (http://www.aasw.asn.au/) 
• Written evidence of eligibility for AASW membership for overseas qualifications is required.  
• Accredited Social Worker and/or Accredited Mental Health Social Worker: As approved by the AASW  

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 Charlene Micallef, Team Leader Intake & Brief Intervention, on 0416 287 048.

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: 4 December 2025

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