Case Manager (Social Worker, Grade 3) - Adult Mental Health (Parental Leave)
Pakenham, VIC, AU, 3810
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About the Role
Join the Pakenham Community Mental Health Team as a Grade 3 Social Worker Case Manager and make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults experiencing complex mental health challenges. This is a full time, fixed term position until March 2027 but we are happy to take part time applications also.
Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you'll provide recovery-oriented, person-centred care that empowers consumers to achieve their goals and live well in the community. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, combining clinical expertise with strong therapeutic relationships and community engagement. In this role, you will:
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- Mannage a diverse caseload using recovery-focused case management.
- Complete comprehensive psychosocial and mental health assessments.
- Provide outreach support in consumers' homes and community settings.
- Participate in duty, crisis response and multidisciplinary care planning.
- Collaborate with families, carers and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
About the Team
The Pakenham Community Mental Health Team is part of Casey Area Mental Health Service, supporting adults across Melbourne's rapidly growing south-east corridor.
Our team includes Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Nurses and Psychiatrists who share a commitment to recovery, inclusion and person-centred care. With a supportive leadership team and strong culture of collaboration, you'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, continue developing your practice and genuinely make an impact.
About You
You are an experienced mental health Social Worker who values compassionate, evidence-based care and thrives in a collaborative team environment. To succeed in this role, you'll have:
- A recognised Social Work qualification and eligibility for AASW membership.
- Experience working within adult mental health or a related clinical setting.
- Well-developed psychosocial assessment, risk assessment and case management skills.
- Knowledge of Victorian mental health legislation and recovery-oriented practice.
Why Join Us?
At Monash Health, you'll join one of Victoria's largest and most respected public health services while being part of a local team that genuinely invests in its people. You'll enjoy:
- A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team that values your expertise.
- Regular clinical supervision, mentoring and professional development.
- Opportunities to lead quality improvement and expand your clinical practice.
- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
- Subsidised parking, wellbeing initiatives and access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Be part of a team where recovery is at the heart of everything we do—and where your work changes lives every day.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Renata Linklater, Manager - Continuing Care Team Pakenham, on 0484 513 712.
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: 13 September 2026