Position overview

• Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position
• Hours: 80 hours per fortnight with a monthly accrued day off (ADO)
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3, Social Worker Grade 3, Occupational Therapist Grade 3, Psychologist Grade 2
• Salary Range: $94,478 - $120,874 per annum plus, superannuation

 About the Role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking applications for a Mental Health Clinician to join our Mental Health Referral Services - Centralised Triage team. In this vital frontline role, you will conduct mental health screenings and connect individuals to the most appropriate services whether this is specialist mental health support or referrals to other providers, ensuring they receive the right care at the right time.

As a Mental Health Clinician in this role, you will work at the heart of mental health care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where every decision matters. You will triage urgent cases, coordinate follow-up care, manage bed allocations, and maintain accurate records all while working closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and gather relevant information
• Triage and allocate care according to priority and need
• Manage urgent cases and liaise with relevant teams
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Communicate referral outcomes and coordinate care pathways
• Support quality assurance processes and compliance requirements

What You Bring

• Degree in Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing.
• Experience in mental health, ideally in triage.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices.
• Membership/registration with AASW or AHPRA (as relevant).

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Wednesday 5 August 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 or Medical Scientist, Pharmacist and Psychologist Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025. 

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

For further information please contact: Leanne Blain, Manager Referral Services on lblain2@swh.net.a

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au