- Location: Melton
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
- Salary: Grade 2 Psychologist, or Grade 3 Mental Health RPN/Occupational Therapist/Social Worker + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health is seeking an experienced and motivated mental health clinician to join our Community Mental Health Team as a Case Manager.

This is an opportunity to provide meaningful, recovery-oriented care to people experiencing complex mental health needs while working within a supportive multidisciplinary team. You will partner with consumers, families, carers and service providers to promote safety, wellbeing, recovery and participation in the community.

Key responsibilities:

As a Community Mental Health Clinician and Case Manager, you will manage an allocated caseload and provide comprehensive assessment, care planning, clinical intervention and service coordination.

You will:

- Develop, coordinate and regularly review individualised care plans.
- Build therapeutic relationships with consumers and support their recovery goals.
- Assess and monitor mental state, wellbeing and clinical risk.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers and the multidisciplinary treating team.
- Coordinate care with GPs, community agencies and other service providers.
- Apply supported decision-making and the principles of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
- Contribute to the team’s duty function and provide continuity of care when required.
- Advocate for consumers and support clear communication across their care network.

About you:

You will be a reliable, organised and compassionate clinician who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will have:

- At least two years of experience providing clinical services to people with mental health needs, ideally within community mental health.
- Experience in assessment, care planning, intervention and clinical review.
- The ability to identify and respond appropriately to clinical risk.
- A strong understanding of recovery-oriented, person-centred and family-inclusive practice.
- Knowledge of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022.
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate documentation.
- Experience collaborating with primary health,



community and external service providers.
- A current Victorian driver’s licence and the ability to drive fleet vehicles.

Professional requirements:

Applicants must meet the qualification and registration requirements for one of the following disciplines:

- Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3
- Occupational Therapist Grade 3
- Social Worker Grade 3
- Psychologist Grade 2

Why join us:

Western Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service supports a diverse and rapidly growing community across Melbourne’s west. You will join a skilled multidisciplinary workforce committed to providing safe, inclusive and high-quality mental health care.

This role offers the opportunity to undertake varied and meaningful clinical work, strengthen your community mental health expertise and contribute to the continued development of services for consumers and their families.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.





We foster a team-oriented and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

- Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

- Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
- Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

- Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
- Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

- Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about provide meaningful, recovery-oriented mental health care, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 18 October 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Cassie Low via .

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a secure environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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📌 Mental Health Clinician - Case Management (Melton)
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