Social Worker- Mental Health

Social Worker - Mental Health

Join our compassionate Social Services team at Jewish Care Victoria based inourWindsorfacility whereyoullmake a meaningful difference in the lives of community members experiencing mental health challenges.

About the Opportunity

Wereseeking a dedicated Social Worker to provide professional mental health support within our community services. This fixed-termfull time with a view to permanency position offers the chance toprovide meaningful support to individuals and families navigating complex emotional with people managing grief and loss intense emotions questions of identity and relationship strain while helping restore their sense of safety and belonging.

What YoullBeDoing

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop responsive support plans

• Support people experiencing trauma grief and community-related stress

• Collaborate with schools community organizations and healthcare providers

• Contribute to community forums and educational programs

• Help reduce stigma around seeking mental health support

What Were Looking For

• Bachelor orMasters degree in Social Work

• Current registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers

• Experience in trauma-informed practice and community mental health

• Understanding of or willingness to learn about Jewish community experiences

• Strong skills in crisis intervention and family therapy approaches

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Cultural sensitivity and awareness

• Commitment to social justice and human rights principles

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Melinda Kidgell

Why Join Us

This fixed-term position provides excellent experience in a well-established organisation known for innovation in disability and social services. We are one of the largest providers of aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria and has been servicing the community for over 177 staff come from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.

Some of our staff benefits include:

• Generous Not- For-Profit Salary Packaging

• Employee Assistance for you and your family

• Career development & advancement encouraged

• Staff Referral Bonus Program

Ready to make a differenceWedlove to hear from you.

Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all including the LGBTI community.

Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to landwatersand community.

Jewish Care is committed to protecting clients and staff members from all forms of harm and abuse. We are a child safe organisation. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process during their recruitment process.