Senior Social Work- Mental Health

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art facilities

Low-cost onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Retailer and dining discounts

Fitness Passport access

Employee Assistance Program

Education and training opportunities

Collaborative team leadership

Job summary

Bayside Health, part of Peninsula Health Care Group, is seeking a Senior Social Worker - Mental Health for a permanent part-time role based at Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston, with occasional travel to other sites.

The Grade 5 position leads social work services within MHWS and provides clinical leadership to the team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Social Work qualification and eligibility for AASW.
• Post-graduate Masters in relevant area preferred.
• Minimum 7 years post-graduate clinical mental health experience.
• Advanced clinical leadership experience in social work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and foster clinical excellence in Social Work across MHWS.
• Develop and evaluate innovative social work practices within an interdisciplinary team.

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Post-graduate Masters (relevant field)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Social Work- Mental Health

Employment Status: Permanent Part Time

Job Location: Frankston

Job Description:

• Senior Social Worker - Mental Health
• Part Time – 3 days per week
• Peninsula Care Group – Based at Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston with occasional travel to other Peninsula Care group sites required
• Classification: Grade 5 Social Worker

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

The Peninsula Care Group Mental Health and Wellbeing Service(MHWS) is a leading contemporary mental health service with service based in the new Peninsula University Hospital and across arrange of community locations in Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula.

The Grade 5 Social Worker Discipline Lead will be responsible for leading and fostering clinical excellence in Social Work services across MHWS. As a clinical leader, this role will develop and evaluate innovative social work practices whilst contrition to the interdisciplinary leadership of the service .H elp shape a culture of clinical excellence, collaboration and exceptional consumer care.

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Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligible for membership of Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Achieved or working towards a post-graduate Masters qualification in relevant professional area
• Minimum 7 years post graduate relevant experience in clinical mental health including prior experience in senior clinical roles
• Expert knowledge of the application of social work theory to practice with demonstrated proficiency in psychosocial assessment, intervention, counselling, case management and discharge planning
• Demonstrated advanced level of recognised clinical/leadership experience and leadership expertise

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact General Manager, Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, 03 9784 7103.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Maeve Kennedy @[e-mail]

The role ceases advertising on 12 November 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to VICTORIAN PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2024-2028 for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.