Clinician - Case Management

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Western Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is recruiting a Community Mental Health Case Management clinician to manage an allocated caseload with complex needs. You will deliver recovery-oriented, person-centred care through assessment, care planning, and coordination of services within a fast-paced community setting.

We value teamwork, risk-aware practice, and ongoing learning. The role includes documentation, risk monitoring, and applying the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022,

Qualifications

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse with AHPRA registration.
• Experience in public mental health.
• Sound clinical judgement and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver recovery-oriented, person-centred care through assessment, care planning, intervention and coordination of services.
• Maintain timely documentation and monitor clinical risk.
• Apply the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 in daily practice.
• Collaborate with families, carers, the multidisciplinary team and external providers.

Education

AHPRA Registered Psychiatric Nurse

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 8456

• Location: Maribyrnong Community Team/Saltwater Clinic
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
• Salary: Mental Health Professional Grade 3 (RPN, OT or SW), or Grade 2 Psychologist + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the Role:

Western Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is recruiting aCommunity Mental Health Case Management clinician role.

Are you an experienced mental health clinician looking for a dynamic role where no two days are the same?

Western Health is seeking passionate and recovery-focused Case Manager foran allocatedcaseload of consumers with complex mental health needs. Clinicians deliver recovery-oriented, person-centred care through assessment, care planning,interventionand coordination of services. The role works collaboratively with families, carers, the multidisciplinaryteamand external providers to support safety,wellbeingand community participation.Cliniciansare responsible formaintainingtimelydocumentation, monitoring clinicalriskand applying the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 in daily practice.

• Motivated and compassionate mental health clinician with sound clinical judgement.
• Confident working in fast-paced community settings and responding to acute mental health distress.
• Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team while taking responsibility for an allocated caseload.
• Works autonomously within scope of practice and appropriately seeks guidance or escalates concerns.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with consumers, families, carers and service partners.
• Builds therapeutic relationships and provides person-centred, recovery-focused care.
• Demonstrates reliability, accountability and effective care coordination.
• Values reflective practice, ongoing learning and positive team culture.

About You:

You are a confident and compassionate clinician who:

• Is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with AHPRA registration.
• Has experience working in public mental health.
• Demonstrates sound clinical judgement and risk assessment skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and adapts to changing priorities.
• Values teamwork, collaboration and recovery-oriented care.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Holds a current Victorian Driver Licence.

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Whyjoinus?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Accesspersonalisedpathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready tomake animpact?

Ifyou’reavalue-driven leader passionate about delivering compassionate, recovery-oriented care and shaping innovative models of mental health treatment,we’dlove to hear from you.

Closingdate:11:59pm on 6 November 2026.

Enquiries:For further information about this role, contact Judy Magri (Program Manager) on [phone].

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close Friday 6 November 2026 at 11.59pm