Employment Type
- Temporary Part Time; Temporary Full Time
Hours per fortnight
- Open for discussion
Job Category
- RPN3, OT3, SW3, Psychologist2
Req Id
- ****
Make a real difference supporting the Colac Otway community's bushfire recovery
Be part of Victoria's reformed mental health system, shaped by the Royal Commission
Monday to Friday Full time or part time temporary until 30/06/2027
About The Role
The Greater Geelong and Borough of Queenscliff (GGQ) Mental Health and Wellbeing Local is a consortium of Barwon Health, Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative, Wellways Australia and ermha365. Built on the Royal Commission's vision, it offers accessible, integrated support that starts with a simple question: "Welcome, how can we help?" With Department of Health funding, the Local is expanding into the bushfire-affected Colac Otway region. As the Mental Health Clinician, you will provide assessment, therapy and recovery-focused care to consumers and families, working alongside consortium partners, peer workers and psychiatry.
Key Responsibilities
Complete intake, screening and risk assessments, and provide evidence-informed therapies
Develop care plans with consumers and carers, and coordinate care with partners
Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to service improvement
What We Are Looking For
An experienced mental health clinician passionate about recovery-oriented, trauma-informed community care. Experience in disaster recovery or AOD is highly regarded.
Qualifications in psychiatric nursing, OT, social work or psychology, with AHPRA registration (or AASW eligibility)
Strong clinical and risk assessment skills in a community setting
Current Victorian driver's licence
Position Description




Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff perks
Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Extensive professional development opportunities
Attractive salary packaging benefits
Living expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
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Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ******
All Appointments Are Subject To
Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)
Contact person
Contact person: Simon Buggy, Manager
Email: ******
Phone: ************
Application closing date: Thursday 8, October ****
Internal Applicants
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
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📌 Mental Health Clinician, Colac Local Bushfire Recovery
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Colac