Senior Family Worker

Senior Family Worker – Early Psychosis Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) Permanent Ongoing | Part‑time 0.8 EFT, Sunshine Build effective therapeutic relationships with young people and their families, navigating complex care systems with compassion and respect. About Us Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is Victoria’s newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges. We lead a bold and values‑driven transformation in youth mental health care across Melbourne’s north and west. Our service model is shaped by the voices of young people and their communities, and underpinned by a commitment to safety, equity and continuous learning. The Opportunity The Senior Family Worker role offers a unique chance to strengthen family and carer engagement within a supportive and innovative environment. You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high‑quality, family‑focused, evidence‑based care and contributing to the future direction of family‑inclusive youth mental health services in Victoria. Why Join PYMHWS? Build a legacy for youth mental health in Victoria Work alongside visionary, values‑led leaders Salary packaging up to $11,600 tax‑free earnings Employee wellbeing program, access to EAP Flexible, inclusive and supportive workplace culture Opportunities for professional growth and development About The Role The Senior Family Worker provides expert clinical care and coordination within the Early Psychosis team, supporting young people aged 12–25 who are at ultra‑high risk of psychosis or experiencing a first episode psychosis, often with complex co‑morbidities. The focus is on delivering family‑inclusive, evidence‑based interventions that support both young people and their families/carers. What You’ll Do Conduct timely family and mental health assessments, develop treatment plans, provide crisis interventions and complete clinical documentation in line with PYMHWS standards. Deliver high‑quality, family‑focused care aligned with best practice and PYMHWS values. Build capacity within the team for integrated family‑inclusive care across complex mental health presentations. Collaborate closely with young people, families, carers and clinicians to enhance engagement and treatment outcomes. Establish and maintain effective partnerships with external services (e.g. Drug and Alcohol, Youth Justice, primary care providers) to support holistic family engagement. About You Eligible disciplines: RPN Grade 4 / Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and Psychologist Grade 3 and a post‑graduate level qualification in Family/Systems Therapy. Relevant registration and qualifications (see details in full Position Description). Minimum 5 years’ experience in tertiary and/or youth mental health and a demonstrated ability to lead a clinical team, supervise clinicians and work autonomously and collaboratively with other leaders. Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills. Motivated by youth‑focused, inclusive and recovery‑oriented care. Knowledge of and training in family‑based approaches to mental health, including the Single Session Family Consultation Framework. Contact For a discussion, contact Karen Smith (Lead Family Work Clinician) – . To view the full Position Description, please click HERE . EEO Statement All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will also provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement. PYMHWS stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and is proud to champion diversity, inclusion and equality for staff and the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr