In-Demand Mental health Jobs in Geelong, Vic

Intake Advocate, Independent Mental Health Advocacy
Victoria Legal Aid —Geelong VIC
- $89,029 - $104,924 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Commuter assistance
- Work from home
1d
Geelong Casual Support Worker - Mental Health, AOD, Autism
Support Pathways —Geelong VIC
- $35 - $40 an hour
- CPR Certification
- English
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
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7d
Disability Support Worker - LOVELY BANKS 260512
Lifestyle Centred Services —Lovely Banks VIC
- From $46.81 an hour
- Weekend availability
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
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13d
Youth Worker - Several Vacancies!
MacKillop Family Services —Geelong VIC
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Social Work
- Paid training
- Employee assistance program
Junior Content Copywriter - Cotton On Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
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Male Casual Support Worker - AOD, Autisum, Mental Health
Support Pathways —Newcomb VIC
- $35 - $40 an hour
- CPR Certification
- English
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
Quick Apply
7d
Mental Health and AOD Clinician
Windana —Geelong VIC
- Urgently hiring
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
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AOD Support Workers - Multiple Casual Opportunities
Windana —Geelong VIC
- 10 hour shift
- Rehabilitation centre
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
Quick Apply
11d
Content Creator - Cotton On Womenswear Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
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Disability Support Worker
Luma Care Supports —Geelong VIC
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Communication skills
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People Data & Insights Analyst - Support Services Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
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Insights Analyst - Cotton On Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Research
- SQL
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Home Care Workers
Pearl Home Care —Geelong VIC
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
Disability Support Worker (Casual)
Full Spectrum Solutions Pty Ltd —Belmont VIC
- From $36.81 an hour
- Day shift
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Professional development assistance
Quick Apply
2d
Graphic Designer - Cotton On Body Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
Quick Apply
Product Developer Assistant - Cotton On Kids Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Quick Apply
11d
Disability Support Worker (Casual)
CarePro —Geelong VIC
- $30 - $77 an hour
- English
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
Quick Apply
Mental Health Nurse
The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd —Lara VIC
- $113,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- EMR systems
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- Free parking
- Annual leave
2d
Digital Customer Experience & Trade Manager - Cotton On Global Support Centre
Cotton On —Geelong VIC
- Full-time
- Merchandising
Quick Apply
Forensic Behaviour Support Practitioner - Barwon
Everyday Independence —Newtown VIC
- $77,200 - $110,143 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply

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Intake Advocate, Independent Mental Health Advocacy

Victoria Legal Aid -
Geelong VIC

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Job Details

Part-time
$89,029 - $104,924 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Work from home
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Communication skills
Negotiation

Full Job Description

Part time (0.8 FTE) ongoing position
Salary range: $89,029-$104,924 plus super
Up to $15,900 in salary packaging, flexible hybrid work arrangement

About the role
IMHA is a non-legal advocacy program that is staffed and led by professionals with mental health consumer experience and/or backgrounds in community development, consumer advocacy, mental health advocacy, community sector advocacy, social work, mental health service provision or other similar fields. The position works as part of the IMHA intake team, on a 7-day rotating roster with weekend and public holiday work required.

You will provide services to consumers at risk of or subject to compulsory treatment orders and assist consumers to understand and exercise their rights to enable them to participate in decisions about their treatment, care, and recovery, including coaching for self-advocacy and referrals.

This role can be based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country or Geelong office on Wadawurrung Country.

About you
As our ideal candidate, you will possess:

Strong communication and negotiation skills, with an ability to quickly build trust and rapport with a diverse range of consumers and internal and external stakeholders.
A deep understanding of the challenges impacting Victorians when accessing mental health support services, and an ability to `stand up' on behalf of consumers.
A flexible, patient and supportive approach while remaining transparent. You will be a creative problem solver.
Candidates should have experience in one or more areas including community development, consumer advocacy, mental health advocacy, community sector advocacy, social work, mental health service provision or other similar fields.

Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate.

About IMHA and VLA
IMHA is Victoria's mental health advocacy service and responsible for the Opt Out register. We provide services across Victoria to people at risk of or subject to compulsory treatment and work with the mental health and wellbeing system to support consumers rights and recovery.

VLA offer legal representation, family dispute resolution and non-legal advocacy. With over 1400 staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.

Employee benefits

A focus on work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements
Hybrid work from home & office model
Generous leave benefits, including:
- Additional three days paid seasonal leave
- Paid gender affirmation leave
- Five days both paid reproductive and fertility leave per calendar year
Annual 3% salary increase each December plus performance-related salary incentives
Attractive salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 PLUS Novated Leasing
Discounted annual Myki public transport passes
Individual learning and professional development opportunities, tailored to your role and career goals
Free annual flu vaccinations
Access to gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office
Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including confidential counselling and access to a range of mental health and wellbeing resources.

How to apply
To be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a cover letter, including your preference of location (Melbourne or Geelong), as well as addressing the following key selection criteria:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to liaise and communicate effectively with consumers from diverse backgrounds, various stakeholders and organisations.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with others and foster cooperative and supportive work relationships and team environment.
Knowledge of relevant policy and legal frameworks including the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (Vic), Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic) and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.

For further information, please review the attached position description or contact Belinda Grant, Manager, South West and Intake on 03 9093 3701 or [email protected].

No agency applications will be accepted.

Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 13 September 2026.

Other relevant information
It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.

VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first.

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