Located across Gippsland, Part-time, Permanent

• Join a not-for-profit health care provider who is getting back to what matters
• Support vulnerable children and their carers
• Enjoy a rewarding career that gives back to the community

At Latrobe Community Health Service you’ll be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We’re dedicated to providing you with career opportunities through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community.

We are looking for a Mental Health Practitioner, who has a passion for working with vulnerable children and their carers and is looking to grow and further develop their career with an organisation dedicated to giving back to the community.   

The role involves working with children in out of home care residential units across Inner Gippsland that require mental health supports.  You will be working collaboratively with the PTGH nurse undertaking outreach and ensuring the children living in out of home care are provided with physical and mental health support.  Experience working with children and /or youth with a background of trauma, risky behaviours, drug and alcohol use and mental health conditions will be beneficial.

At Latrobe Community Health Service you’ll be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We’re dedicated to providing you with career opportunities through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community.

To be successful, you will require;

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Psychology (Masters)
• AHPRA Registration 
• A current Victorian Drivers Licence
• A current Working with Children Check

For more information please contact Selina Northover, Manager Paediatric and Youth Hub on 5136 5391. 

At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters. To see the full position description and to apply, click the Apply Now button.

Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people whom are from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email Recruitment@lchs.com.au.

Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is committed to promoting the safety and well-being of all children and young people accessing our services. Child Safety | Latrobe Community Health Service (lchs.com.au)