Social Worker | Youth Prevention and Recovery Care

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 40

Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)

Req Id - 8010

• Join an internationally recognised leader in public mental health care.
• Be part of a brand-new Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC)
• Support young people to achieve recovery, independence and wellbeing

About The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker to join Barwon Health's newly established Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) service. This innovative 10-bed residential program provides recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health support for young people aged 16–25 years who require an alternative to hospital admission or a supported transition from inpatient care back into the community.

Working within a 24/7 therapeutic environment, the Social Worker will form part of a multidisciplinary team delivering individual, family and group-based interventions that promote functional recovery, independence, wellbeing and meaningful community connection. The role contributes to comprehensive assessment, care planning and recovery-focused support, helping young people build confidence, strengthen daily living skills and achieve their personal recovery goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver discipline-specific social work interventions, including individual, family and group-based therapeutic support for young people accessing the YPARC service.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, treatment planning and recovery-oriented care that supports young people's mental health, wellbeing and functional recovery.
• Advocate for and address psychosocial needs including housing, education, employment, financial wellbeing, family relationships, social connection and community participation.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a passionate and recovery-focused Social Worker who is committed to supporting young people experiencing mental ill-health. You will bring strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary practice and a genuine commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred care.

You Will Also Demonstrate

• Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Experience or interest in youth mental health, psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery-oriented practice.
• Strong assessment, care planning and therapeutic intervention skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with young people, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
• An understanding of the impact of mental ill-health, trauma, stigma and social disadvantage on recovery outcomes.

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
• Living expenses capped at $9,010
• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health , please click Here

Diversity and Inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child Safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards : About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)

Additional Information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ***email_hidden***

All Appointments Are Subject To

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.

Contact person: Lily Rodriguez | Nurse Unit Manager | YPARC

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0401 560 860

Application closing date: Friday 10, July 2026

Internal Applicants

If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.