OverviewThis is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the Equal Chance Act 2010 (Vic).
The GGQ (Greater Geelong & Queenscliff) Mental Health and Wellbeing Local is delivered by a consortium of partners: Barwon Health, Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd, Wellways Australia and ermha365.
The GGQ Mental Health and Wellbeing Local provides seamless integration between local, area and wellbeing services for the benefit of consumers, carers, and providers, supported by standardised assessment tools, treatment and support processes, care plans and care coordination.Role SummaryThe Social & Emotional Wellbeing worker role aims to provide culturally appropriate care to Community Members (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders) who access the GGQ Local and are experiencing mild to moderate mental health challenges and/or substance use disorders.
Through the provision of appropriate care, the SEWB worker contributes to improvement in Social and Emotional Wellbeing outcomes.ResponsibilitiesSupport to explore each individual Community Member's Social and Emotional Wellbeing needs and circumstances.Case management and direct support to Community Members presenting with complex needs.Encouragement, psychoeducation and raising awareness with individual Community Members on how to take positive action to deal with Social & Emotional Wellbeing challenges impacting their Mental Health and/or Alcohol and other Drugs issues.Collaborate with GGQ Locals staff, Wathaurong Health Service team, other Wathaurong programs and external agencies to develop effective strategies for referral and care coordination.Application ProcessApplications must be submitted via SEEK by clicking the "Quick apply" button on the SEEK webpage.
To go to the SEEK ad click on the "APPLY NOW" button.Applications will be closed on 22 October 2025Related Roles (examples)Team Leader Social & Emotional Wellbeing – GGQ Mental Health and Wellbeing LocalAboriginal Hub Practitioner – The Orange DoorCase Manager Kinship and Out Of Home Care
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📌 Social & Emotional Wellbeing Worker – Ggq Mental Health And Wellbeing Local
🏢 Wathaurong Aboriginal
📍 Geelong