• Employment status: Permanent Full Time
• Located in: Frankston
• Classification: Social Worker (Grade 2) or Community Development Worker (Class 2)
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
This crucial role will facilitate quality Mens Behaviour Change Groups by working within a group context with men using violence to enhance the safety of women and children. You will also conduct assessments, provide case management and engage in flexible intervention delivery practice for AUFV. This role will acknowledge and work with the understanding of violence as primarily being gender based whilst also holding the complexities of trauma and life experiences in a holistic approach to practice.
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Skills & Experience Required
• Tertiary Qualification in Social Work
• Qualifications must align with the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Recommendation 209).
• Demonstrated special knowledge and experience in group work facilitation and working with AUFV• Experience in completing risk assessments and safety planning with high-risk clients with complex needs using the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management (MARAM) Frameworks and tools
• Demonstrated ability to work with difficult and complex clients to reduce risk and/or harm, using defusing, self-management and reflective practice.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice for working with men who use family violence and the impacts of family violence for family members and broader community.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively and effectively in all professional relationships, including co-facilitation.
• High level verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively in all professional relationships.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrated flexibility and capability to work effectively in a changing environment.
• Current Victorian driver’s licence, Working with Children Check and a satisfactory police check.
Benefits
• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact Lewis Burnside -- LBurnside@phcn.vic.gov.au
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the People Experience team on 9784-2700
The role ceases advertising on 30th January 2026. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.