Job Description
Posting Start Date: 04/08/2026
Req ID: 6039
Job Title: Team Leader - Mental Health
Employment Status: Permanent Full Time
Job Location: Frankston
Job Description:
Permanent Full time role, Monday to Friday.
Located in Frankston
Classification: RPN Grade 4 / Allied Health Grade 4
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 focused 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 Role
Take the next step in your career, in this permanent Full time role as Team Leader, working Monday to Friday within our Adult Community Mental Health Team in Frankston.
The Team Leader works closely with the Team Manager and Consultant Psychiatrist to provide high-quality clinical leadership and support the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of clinical services for consumers, their families and carers. The role provides leadership, guidance and support to staff, contributing to clinical governance, service quality and positive consumer outcomes.
In partnership with the Team Manager, the Team Leader supports the effective operation of the service, including workforce coordination, human resource and financial management, service planning, operational targets and key performance indicators. The Team Leader plays a key role in fostering a positive team culture, supporting service improvement initiatives and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and recovery-oriented care, whilst coordinating their own case load.
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Skills & Experience Required
Registered Nurse, Social Worker, OT or Clinical Psychologist with relevant registration
RPN ONLY: Post graduate qualification in Mental Health or specialist undergraduate Mental Health
program
Demonstrated management and leadership experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the mental health field including acute inpatient services and/or
community mental health care
Demonstrated ability to provide therapeutic interventions for clients and role model practice aligned with
the Recovery Orientated Framework
Training in the provision of clinical supervision
Thorough knowledge of the legal framework for the provision of mental health care including the Mental
Health and Wellbeing Act 2022
Current Victorian Driver’s License
Victorian Employee Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
Benefits
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 Christina Lay at
[email protected]
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact
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The role ceases advertising on 18 August 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 Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028 or 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.
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