Join the Team at Bayside Health

Position Title: Strengthening Families Practitioner

Department: Strengthening Families
Classification: SM10- XM12 & ON12 Welfare Worker Class 2 Years 1-5 OR

SC21-24 Social Worker Grade 2 Years 1-5 depending on experience and qualifications

Applications Open: 27/7/2026

About Bayside Health:

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.

About the Role-Permanent Part Time. 48 Hours Per Fortnight

San Remo Campus

Bayside Health is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Strengthening Families Practitioner to join our growing team. This is a fantastic prospect to contribute to your community while working in a supportive and innovative organisation.

Please see Position Description Below for more about the role:

https://www.basscoasthealth.org.au/sites/default/files/2026-07/PD-CSS-%20048%20Strengthening%20Families%20Practitioner.pdf

What We Offer





At the Wonthaggi campus, you'll enjoy a range of advantages, including:

- Free onsite car and bike parking

- Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia

- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Petrol discounts at a local service station

- Onsite accommodation (where applicable)

- Health and wellbeing initiatives

- Discounted gym memberships at a local fitness centre

- Flexible working arrangements (where applicable)

- Café (Wonthaggi)

Mandatory Requirements

- A Police Check that is current and within 12 months of the issue date

- Provision of valid Working with Children Check

- A Valid Victorian State Government NDIS Screening Check

- Current Victorian Driver’s Licence

- Seasonal influenza vaccination of healthcare workers in accordance with the Secretary Department of Health Directions

- Bachelor level qualification in Social Work, Community Services, Education, Psychology or another related field.

Desirable

- Direct experience working with children and young people up to age 17 years in a child welfare, therapeutic or educational setting

- Demonstrated ability to collaboratively with a professional, supportive team

- Good interpersonal skills while maintaining professional boundaries

- A commitment to strengthening communities with a focus on supporting parents to advance their children’s health, safety and stability.

- A professional approach to other stakeholders and organisations

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via Seek including:

- A current resume

- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

✉️ Applications close on 10/8/2026

For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact the HR department at (03) •••• •151

📌 Strengthening Families Practitioner (Mornington)
🏢 Bayside Health
📍 Mornington