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Location:
Sunshine
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday), Ongoing (with monthly Accrued Day Off)
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Salary:
Mental Health Professional (RPN3, OT3 or SW3) or Psychologist (Grade 2) $94.4K-$124.4K + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the Role
Western Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is seeking a committed mental health clinician to join our Central Community Team in Sunshine. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment that prioritises collaboration and professional growth. This position is open to Registered Psychiatric Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Clinical Psychologists with at least two years of relevant experience Clinical Psychologist endorsement is supported if required. Why Join Us? Our community mental health team provides a range of services, including:
• Acute Community Intervention Service (ACIS), which operates seven days a week to provide timely and responsive care
• Intake/triage services
• Case management
• Recovery oriented therapeutic interventions

What We Offer
• A supportive, team-oriented workplace with a focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, including participation in the Clinical Psychology Registrar Program (for eligible applicants).
• Exposure to a diverse client base within our multicultural community.
• The benefit of an Accrued Day Off (ADO) as part of your role.

Key Responsibilities
As a Mental Health Clinician, your responsibilities will include:
• Providing evidence-based care and interventions to clients experiencing psychiatric conditions.
• Coordinating the medical, psychosocial, and legal aspects of care to support recovery.
• Developing and maintaining client-centred care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and service providers.
• Contributing to the team by sharing expertise, participating in case reviews, and fostering a collaborative approach to care.
• Supporting the development of innovative practices to meet the evolving needs of the community. About You: We are seeking a clinician who:
• Has a minimum of two years’ experience in a mental health setting.
• Demonstrates strong skills in mental state and risk assessments.




• Is knowledgeable in evidence-based mental health care and therapeutic practices.
• Communicates effectively and empathetically with clients, carers, and team members.
• Works well within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining the ability to operate independently.
• Has knowledge of mental health legislation and policies.
• Is committed to professional development and improving outcomes for mental health consumers. You are a compassionate, motivated mental health qualified who values teamwork and is committed to improving the lives of mental health consumers. You bring resilience, adaptability, and a client-focused approach to your practice. 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 collaborative 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 working with people who have a mental illness within a multidisciplinary team and case management model, 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 19 November 2026. Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Christine Brown on (03) 9757 4000 or Christine.
[email protected]. 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. Western Health

📌 Community Mental Health Clinician (Australia)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Australia