Community Development Worker

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.

• Permanent Part Time, 72 hours per fortnight
• Located in: Frankston
• Classification: Social Worker Grade 2 Year 1 - Year 4 (SC21 - SC24) plus super , Community Development Worker Class 2A Year 1 - Year 11 (VX10 - 0N14) plus super

The Team & Role

The AUFV Intake and Assessment Practitioner is a valued member of the Family Violence Program at Bayside Health, working within The Orange Door to support women, children and young people, families experiencing family violence, adults who use violence, and families requiring support with the care, development and wellbeing of children. Based within the Bayside Health team at the Frankston Orange Door site, the role forms part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team that provides intake, assessment, crisis response, service planning and coordinated referrals. Working with high-risk family violence cases, the practitioner undertakes comprehensive risk assessments and safety planning, processes referrals, conducts client outreach, and supports access to appropriate services and family violence prevention programs. The role contributes to a coordinated approach to client care, delivers culturally aware services, and maintains high standards of documentation, quality assurance, professional development and clinical practice.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Highly developed interpersonal skills. This should include excellent written and verbal communications skills and proficient skills in collaboration, negotiation and conflict resolution
• Relevant qualification in Social Sciences or related fields
• Qualifications must align with the Mandatory Minimum Qualification Requirements for Specialist Family Violence Practitioner (Recommendation 209)
• Experience in related Family Violence, child wellbeing or family services sectors
• Demonstrable risk management and safety planning skills and a familiarity with MARAM.
• Current member or eligible for AASW membership.

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 Caroline Knell (******@phcn.vic.gov.au)

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2*** (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 28 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 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.