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Access and Engagement Clinician - Children's Health & Wellbeing Local
Monash Health View all jobs
Posted 15 hour(s) ago
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Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
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About the Role
Join the Children’s Health and Wellbeing Local in an Access and Engagement role supporting children and families to connect with the right care, at the right time. Based primarily at Cranbourne, with work across other Monash Health Community locations, you’ll work within an interdisciplinary team providing assessment and triage, service navigation, care coordination and transition follow-up for children aged 0–11 years and their families.
You’ll also work closely with community agencies and services to support families to navigate the health and community service system and access the support they need. In this role, you will:
- Provide high-quality assessment, triage and service navigation
- Support care coordination and transition follow-up for children and families
- Work collaboratively with community agencies and service providers
- Respond sensitively to cultural, social and other factors that may impact access to care
- Contribute to innovative approaches to service delivery and problem solving
This is a part time, 0.5 EFT, ongoing position and open to Social Work & Occupational Therapy disciplines.
About Us
The Children’s Health and Wellbeing Local is an integrated service supporting children aged 0–11 years and their families across Greater Dandenong, Casey and Cardinia. Bringing together community health, mental health and family support services, the Children’s Local provides wellbeing support, care coordination and therapeutic intervention for children experiencing developmental, behavioural and mental health concerns.
Our main site is located at Cranbourne Integrated Care Centre, with additional services delivered across the local catchment. Our interdisciplinary team works together to provide accessible, family-centred care that considers the whole child and the important people and environments around them.
About You
You are a Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families. You enjoy working collaboratively, building relationships and helping families navigate services, particularly where there may be additional barriers to accessing care. You will bring:
- A recognised degree in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (Bachelor or Master level), including relevant overseas qualifications assessed by the appropriate Australian professional organisation
- Eligibility for AASW membership for Social Workers or current AHPRA registration for Occupational Therapists
- Experience working with children aged 0–11 years and their families, including children experiencing vulnerability or risk
- Understanding of contemporary evidence and practice relevant to children and families
- Strong communication, assessment and collaborative working skills
- Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team
- Commitment to safe, high-quality, child and family-centred care
- Current Driver Licence
- Previous experience within a healthcare setting is desirable
Why Join Us
Join a service focused on making it easier for children and families to access the support they need within their local community. You’ll benefit from:
- A collaborative and supportive interdisciplinary team
- The opportunity to work across community health, mental health and family support
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
- Meaningful work supporting children and families within your local community
- Salary packaging to help increase your take-home pay
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Build your career while helping children and families feel supported, connected and confident navigating their care.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Fiona Moseley, Manager Children's Health and Wellbeing Local, on 0460 577 857.
Supportive Documentation can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 18 October 2026
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