About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists within South West Healthcare's Mental Health and Wellbeing Services for a committed and passionate clinician to join us in the role of Perinatal Emotional Health Program (PEHP) Worker on a part-time, fixed-term basis.

As a key member of the PEHP team you will work to support the mental health and emotional wellbeing of women and families throughout the perinatal period—from conception to 12 months postpartum. This role involves managing a caseload and delivering short to medium-term care for individuals impacted by perinatal mental health concerns.

In this role, you will work collaboratively with a range of services including Midwifery, Maternal & Child Health (MCH), GPs, and other primary care providers. You will provide coordination, consultation, and support to these services regarding referral, assessment, and treatment, while also engaging with community networks to promote service integration and mental health awareness.

Position overview

• Part Time, Fixed Term (16 hours per fortnight) until 12 April 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus - While the position is based in Warrnambool, applications are encouraged from staff based in Camperdown, Hamilton, and Portland, where PEHP demand is also growing.
• Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurses Grade 4, Allied Health Professional Grade 3,
• Salary Range: $101,597.60 - $121,477.20

What you Bring

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and professional registration (AHPRA or relevant association) in Nursing, Midwifery, Mental Health, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work.
• Extensive experience (4-7+ years) in mental health or specialist services, including perinatal mental health and working with mothers and babies.
• Strong clinical skills in mental health treatment and psychological support.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability to work in a dynamic environment with initiative and innovation.
• Sound understanding of current mental health trends, legislation, and policy.

For specific enquiries regarding the role, please contact Rachel Robertson, Director Infant Child & Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service on (03) 55619156 or email: rrobertson@swh.net.au

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply from home type the following in your browser:

https://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.searchResults?in_organid=18003&in_searchBut=Search or go to People Hub > Me > Careers at SWH

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022-2028 or Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

Applications from current South West Healthcare employees are to be submitted online via our intranet and need to include: a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria by Sunday 15 June 2025.

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au

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

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.