Department:
Strengthening Families
Classification:
SM10- XM12 & ON12 Welfare Worker Class 2 Years 1-5 OR
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 ****.
About the Role-Permanent Part Time. 48 Hours Per Fortnight
Bayside Health is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Strengthening Families Practitioner to join our growing team. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to your community while working in a supportive and innovative organisation.
What We Offer
At the Wonthaggi campus, you'll enjoy a range of benefits,



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)
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.
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
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📌 Strengthening Families Practitioner (Victoria)
🏢 Bayside Health
📍 Victoria