Group Therapy Facilitator - Day Program

Healthscope Hospitals; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse opportunities

Multidisciplinary team

Professional development

Clinical supervision

Career development

Employee assistance

Richmond location

Job summary

The Melbourne Clinic, part of Healthscope Hospitals, seeks a skilled Group Therapy Facilitator to join the Day Program in Melbourne. You will deliver structured therapeutic groups aimed at resilience and coping within a supportive team environment.

This part-time role offers day and evening groups, competitive remuneration under the applicable EBA, and opportunities for professional development and clinical supervision through Healthscope's network.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups in mental health settings.
• Strong communication, collaboration and person-centred care approach.
• Commitment to recovery‑oriented, patient‑centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based group therapy sessions within the Day Program framework.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive therapeutic environment for all participants.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document participant progress and group dynamics per clinical guidelines.
• Collaborate with the day program and multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Crisis management

Evidence-based practice

Education

Nursing

Mental Health Nursing

Psychology

Social Work

Occupational Therapy

Job description

Are you a passionate, skilled and dedicated Group Therapy Facilitator who thrives on empowering people to achieve meaningful change? Join our supportive team and make a positive impact every day.

• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Part-Time opportunity, day and evening groups
• Inclusive, values-led workplace

About the role

We are seeking passionate, skilled, and dedicated Group Therapy Facilitators to join our dynamic Day Program team!

Our program provides comprehensive, evidence-based support to individuals navigating their mental health recovery journeys. As a facilitator, you will deliver structured therapeutic groups designed to foster resilience, build coping mechanisms, and enhance the overall well‑being of our participants.

Competitive remuneration will be offered in line with the applicable EBA, based on your classification level and recognised years of experience.

About Us

The Melbourne Clinic is Australia's largest private mental health service, providing 203 inpatient beds, a standalone Day Program Centre, Outreach Program, Consultation Liaison Service, and consulting suites across three locations.

Renowned nationally and internationally for excellence in mental health care, we deliver evidence-based, patient‑centred services that support recovery and wellbeing. Our multidisciplinary team includes Psychiatrists, Addiction Medicine Specialists, Pain Medicine Specialists, Mental Health Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, Dietitians, Exercise Physiologists, Art Therapists, and other dedicated support professionals, all working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

At The Melbourne Clinic, we foster a culture of compassion, collaboration, respect and continuous learning, where every team member plays a valued role in supporting recovery.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse and rewarding opportunities in mental health care
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing professional development
• Access to clinical supervision and education programs
• Career development opportunities within Healthscope's national network
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
• Attractive employee benefits
• Convenient Richmond location with excellent public transport access

The Melbourne Clinic is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and maintaining a culturally safe workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based group therapy sessions within the Day Program framework.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive therapeutic environment for all participants.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document participant progress and group dynamics in accordance with clinical guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with the day program and broader multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
• Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
• Demonstrated experience facilitating therapeutic groups within a mental health, healthcare or community setting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong ability to manage challenging situations and respond effectively in a therapeutic environment
• Commitment to recovery‑oriented, patient‑centred care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Current registration with the relevant professional body, including one of the following:
  • Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Registered Nurse (Division 1) with mental health experience
  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Social Worker
  • Occupational Therapist
• Demonstrated experience delivering evidence‑based group therapy programs, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotional Management and Development Program (EMDP), and/or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Knowledge of, or experience in, recovery‑oriented therapeutic approaches within a mental health setting
• A strong interest in developing expertise in specialised therapeutic modalities and a commitment to ongoing professional development
• Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary mental health team

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of ourCommunity of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every dayour people make a differenceto the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You'll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
• Discounted health insurance (non‑casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.