Perinatal Intake Specialist — Mental Health Service

Eastern Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Investment in your career

Work-life balance

Wellbeing support

Financial incentives

Job summary

Eastern Health in Melbourne's eastern suburbs is seeking an Intake Worker for the Perinatal Emotional Health Service (PEHS). Based in Box Hill, the role focuses on assertive follow-up of women experiencing perinatal mental health issues, coordinating referrals, and liaising with obstetric, primary care and child health services to ensure timely access to care.

You will bring current registration with AHPRA (OT, Clinical Psychology or Mental Health Nursing) or eligibility for AASW, plus at least

Qualifications

• Current registration with the relevant professional board (AHPRA) or eligibility for membership with AASW.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in public tertiary mental health or perinatal emotional health.
• Strong commitment to high quality care.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide assertive follow up of women experiencing perinatal mental health issues, including completing screening and coordinating referrals.
• Liaise with antenatal clinics, primary health providers and maternal/child health services to ensure accessible care.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support women and families.

Skills

AHPRA registration

AASW eligibility

multidisciplinary teamwork

communication skills

Education

AHPRA-registered allied health professional

AASW eligibility

Job description

Eastern Health in Melbourne's eastern suburbs is seeking an Intake Worker for the Perinatal Emotional Health Service (PEHS). Based in Box Hill, the role focuses on assertive follow-up of women experiencing perinatal mental health issues, coordinating referrals, and liaising with obstetric, primary care and child health services to ensure timely access to care.

You will bring current registration with AHPRA (OT, Clinical Psychology or Mental Health Nursing) or eligibility for AASW, plus at least