Team Leader (SW, OT or RPN) - Southern Dual Diagnosis Service
Dandenong, VIC, AU, 3175
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About the Role
Dual Diagnosis | Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Registered Psychiatric Nurse | 0.8 EFT Ongoing | Dandenong
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Dual Diagnosis Clinician to lead the Southern Dual Diagnosis Service within the Specialist Stream of the Mental Health Program. This position is open to Social Work, Occupational Therapy or RPN and is 0.8 EFT ongoing in Dandenong.
Based in Dandenong, this role provides senior clinical leadership while supporting workforce capacity building across services working with consumers experiencing co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) needs. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen integrated, coordinated care pathways.
This role also contributes to the implementation of Royal Commission recommendations, supporting the delivery of integrated, person-centred care across mental health and AOD services. You will help ensure treatment approaches are well-connected, effective, and responsive to the holistic needs of consumers.
About Us
The Monash Health Drug & Alcohol Service (MHDAS) operationally reports through to the Mental Health Program and is committed to providing opportunities for change and growth by reducing drug use, the harms from drug use, improving physical and mental health, and reconnecting and or maintaining people’s connections to their family and the community. The principle catchment areas are the Cities of Greater Dandenong, Casey and the Shire of Cardinia with sites located in Dandenong, Pakenham, Cranbourne and Berwick.
About You
You are an experienced and confident clinician with strong expertise across both mental health and alcohol and other drug settings. You are passionate about integrated care and have a proven ability to lead, influence, and support workforce capability development. You will bring:
- Significant experience in mental health and AOD services
- Strong leadership and capacity-building capability
- Experience developing and delivering training and education
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to provide brief interventions within a harm minimisation framework
- Strong collaboration skills across multidisciplinary and interagency settings
- A commitment to improving outcomes for people with co-occurring needs
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 this opportunity further, please reach out to Tanya Clarke, Community Services Manager - Monash Health Drug & Alochol Services, on 0438 320 295.
Supportive Documentation can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
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.
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: 28 June 2026