CASEA Team Manager - Early in Life Mental Health

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About the Role

This role is for a Team Manager in the CASEA, Early in Life Mental Health program. This is a permanent part time (0.8EFT) position which is based at Atherton Hub in Oakleigh. 

This opportunity is open to the following classifications: 

• Psychologist Grade 4: PM1 - 4
• Occupational Therapist Grade 4: HR9 – 12
• Social Worker Grade 4: HR25 - 28
• Speech Pathology Grade 4: HR13 - 16
• Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 5: NP51

The CASEA Team manager position is a senior specialist clinical mental health role. This role will provide senior clinical leadership to the team; continued service delivery/implementation of the CASEA program within the Southern Metropolitan Region (as described by DEECD); supervision, mentoring and role modelling of professional and clinical practice to the Team clinicians; contributing to the development and refinement of robust evidence-based models and systems of care, research and evaluation programs; monitoring of outcome measures and clinical KPIs.

The CASEA team manager will work across three large and quite different service systems – Early in Life Mental Health Service, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) and the Catholic Education Office Melbourne. It is an expectation that the role will also promote good working relationships and a greater understanding between the three agencies. 

The key components of the role include: 

• Quality coordination of a multidisciplinary team of health professionals (in partnership with the team Consultant Psychiatrist)
• Provision of team leadership that ensure effective group cohesion, resource allocation, goal orientated coordination of effort, and resolution of complex team issues in partnership with the Community Mental Health Service Manager
• Provision of group interventions to children and parents identified in collaboration with education staff and working in collaboration with education staff to deliver these interventions 
• The identification and assessment of children and parents for suitability for group interventions, undertaken in collaboration with education staff. 
• Provision of therapeutic support to the ‘system’ around the young person in a collaborative and reflective partnership with other involved agencies. 
• Primary and Secondary Consultation 
• Education and Training to education staff 
• Facilitation and coordination of appropriate referrals following assessment to relevant mental health service providers (primary care, public or private mental health service sector), where CASEA group interventions are deemed inappropriate. 
• Deliver Mental Health Care services to meet the set budgetary and KPI targets 

About Us

The Monash Health CAMHS and Schools Early Action (CASEA) Program is a joint initiative of Early in Life Mental Health Service (ELMHS), the Department of Health, Department of Early Education and Childhood Development (DEECD) and Catholic Education Office of Melbourne (CEOM). Designed as an early intervention program, the CASEA program is conducted in school settings with children identified as being at risk of developing serious behaviour problems including Conduct Disorder. The focus of the program is to up skill teachers in child and parenting group programs that they will deliver in partnership with CASEA staff.

About You

You are a compassionate and skilled mental health professional with a strong commitment to evidence-based care, ethical practice, and continuous professional development. You demonstrate courtesy, professionalism, and the ability to engage effectively with young people, their families, carers, and key stakeholders in a culturally sensitive and respectful manner.

You bring a sound understanding of legislation relevant to youth mental health, including the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 and the Children & Young Persons Act. Your strengths lie in conducting thorough assessments, formulating diagnoses, developing and implementing collaborative treatment plans, and managing complex cases, including crisis interventions and risk assessments.

You work well both independently and within multidisciplinary teams, using your advanced communication and conflict resolution skills to build trust and facilitate coordinated care. You contribute actively to service development, supervision, performance improvement, and the delivery of high-quality clinical documentation and reporting. With a focus on early intervention, prevention, and recovery, you are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people experiencing mental health challenges.

For education & Licence requirements please refer to the attached documentation. 

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 Elaine O'Kelly on (03) 9767 8274.

Supportive Documents can be found here: 
CASEA Team Leader Position Description
Appendix B ELMHS Team Chart
ELMHS Organisational Chart
Discipline Specific Duties
Nursing Position Description 

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: 23 July 2025