Mental Health Clinician - Community Mental Health - Oakleigh

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives. 

We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. 

As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice. 

Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network. 

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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 

We are seeking a Mental Health Clinician who is passionate about delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented care to people across all life stages. In this rewarding role, you will complete comprehensive mental health assessments, develop and deliver meaningful treatment plans, and support consumers to connect with the right community and specialist services at the right time.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing service flow and demand to ensure timely access to care while meeting Statement of Priority targets. Working closely with consumers, families and carers, you’ll also build strong partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders including emergency departments, police, ambulance services, GPs, child protection and community agencies.

A key part of the role is providing expert advice, education and liaison around acute mental illness, suicide risk, self-harm, substance use and other complex presentations — always practising in line with recovery-focused principles that value individual choice, dignity and personal strengths.

This position is a full-time or part time, based at the Atherton Rd Hub in Oakleigh.

It is open to Grade 3 Registered Psychiatric Nurses, Grade 4 Social workers or Grade 3 Occupational Therapists.

About Us 

Our service supports individuals across all life stages, providing timely, recovery-oriented care that recognises the whole person — their strengths, choices and goals.

We work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary model and partner closely with consumers, families and carers, as well as emergency services, primary care and community agencies, to ensure coordinated and responsive support. Guided by our values and evidence-based practice, we strive to create safe, inclusive and supportive environments for both the people we care for and the clinicians who care for them.

By joining our team, you’ll be part of a service that values collaboration, professional growth and innovation, and where your expertise contributes to making a meaningful difference in our community.

About You  

You are a compassionate and skilled Mental Health Clinician who is committed to delivering recovery-oriented, person-centred care. You bring strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills and are confident supporting people across all life stages with a wide range of mental health presentations.

You thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing competing priorities while maintaining a calm, professional and consumer-focused approach. You value collaboration and enjoy working closely with consumers, families and carers, as well as building strong partnerships with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies. You are confident providing expert advice, education and consultation around acute mental illness, suicide risk, self-harm, substance use and other complex presentations. Grounded in recovery principles, you respect individual choice, dignity and strengths, and are motivated by making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the wider community.

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 Caroline Le Brun on 0436 370 334

Position Description can be found here

Nursing Attachment can be found here

Social Work Attachment can be found here

Occupational Therapy Attachment 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 20 May 2026