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• Lead and supervise the implementation of the Social Work Graduate Program in a leading mental health organisation
• Full Time, Fixed Term (until Feb 2027)
• Dandenong location

Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.

Mind Australia is one of the country’s leading community-managed specialist mental health service providers with a range of residential, mobile outreach, centre based and online services. We have been supporting people living with the day-to-day impacts of mental illness, as well as their families, friends and carers for over 45 years.

We provide practical and motivational support that helps people to develop the skills they need to move on, thrive and improve the quality of their lives. It’s an approach to mental health and wellbeing that looks at the whole person in the context of their daily life. Mind is committed to diversity and social inclusion.

About the role

The Social Work Graduate Supervisor for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals will be responsible for leading, guiding and supporting the Social Workers participating in the Graduate Program. The position will act as the direct line manager for the Graduates and provide supervision, mentorship and opportunities for reflective practice throughout their employment period.

We are seeking a self—motivated individual for a Full Time, Fixed Term (until Feb 2027) opportunity located in the Dandenong area. The role will act as the direct line manager for the Graduates and provide a safe and supportive learning environment and ensure mental health training, guidance in practicing Mind’s Model of Recovery Oriented Practice and role modelling behaviours aligned to organisational values.

Key responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Service Operations Manager and other stakeholders to develop a Graduate Learning Program.
• Support Graduates to develop individual learning plans that focus on their required knowledge, skills and abilities to work effectively in the mental health and wellbeing system.
• Lead, guide, educate and support Graduates by providing supervision and coaching, support with effective learning and development programs, mental health training and a range of educational experiences throughout their employment period.
• Support the Service Operations Manager to prepare and submit reports and outcomes in relation to the program to internal and external stakeholders, including advice, updates, insights and analysis.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders including the Executive Director Victoria Operations, General Manager, Service Managers, Team Leaders, Human Resources, Learning and Development, Health Safety & Wellbeing, ICT and Finance.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary Degree or Post Graduate qualifications in Social Work, and eligibility for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (ASSW).
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Education or other related field and/or equivalent experience and working towards a suitable qualification is also desirable.
• Proven experience in Community Services, Mental Health, Disability, Social Welfare, Housing, Healthcare or Government sectors is required.
• Previous experience supporting new graduates, designing and developing learning and development programs, and understanding of learning techniques.
• Expertise in working directly with people with mental health issues, complex needs and with their families and carers.

Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. allows you to allocate a portion of your pre-tax income to cover living expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, childcare, car leasing expenses etc.)
• Option to access Meal and Entertainment allowance up to $2,650 p.a. via Salary Packaging.
• Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), provided by Converge International, for you and your immediate family members.
• Fitness Passport - Access to our corporate health and fitness program, providing you and family with access to a wide choice of fitness facilities.
• Workplace Banking Portal that provides convenient access to a range of banking and lifestyle benefits offered through Mind’s CommBank program.
• Professional development through regular Practice Development sessions and coaching with your supervisor.

Interested?

To apply visit Mind Careers - reference number 498993. Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Friday 6 February 2026. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Please contact the person below for more information.

Michelle Murray, Service Operations Manager
Michelle.Murray@mindaustralia.org.au

Position Description

 PD Social Work Graduate Supervisor - Dandenong Local - 20260129.pdf

The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Screening Check.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact us at hr@mindaustralia.org.au