Family Engagement Officer, Cherry Creek at Barwon South West

Newtown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Family Engagement, Care Planning, Interdisciplinary Care, Assessment, Service Development, Staff Support, Consumer-Centered Care, Goal-Directed Model, Community Engagement, Youth Care, Mental Health Services, Drug and Alcohol Services, Allied Health, General Practice, Nursing, Collaboration

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time Hours per fortnight - 64 Req Id - 6714 An exciting opportunity to join Barwon Health in a key role for a Grade 3 Allied Health professional or Grade 4 Registered Nurs Help optimise care planning through strong family and caregiver engagement Support integrated, interdisciplinary care for Young People at Cherry Creek About Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all. About the facility Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac. Barwon Health is partnering with the Department of Justice and Community Safety to provide the health care service at the new Cherry Creek Youth Justice Centre. Cherry Creek is a 140 bed Youth Justice Facility to the west of Werribee in the vicinity of Cherry Creek that accommodates males between 15-17 years of age, both sentenced and on remand. The services delivered will include emergency response (with support from the Barwon Health Virtual ED), primary care beds, integrated mental health, drug and alcohol services, allied health, general practice and specialist medical care as required. There will be 24/7 nursing coverage on-site as well as a 7-days a week primary care clinic. Diagnostic (pathology and imaging) and pharmacy will also be available on site. The health care will be integrated in the operations of the Centre and will primarily operate from a state of the art purpose built health facility. The team will deliver best practice culture, processes and operations. This is how we will ensure Cherry Creek will enhance the outcomes we achieve for the young people in our care and the community. About the role As a Family Engagement Officer, you will play a key role in optimising each Young Person’s care planning by ensuring they receive comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments and a truly consumer-centred, goal-directed model of care. You will lead service development initiatives within the team, support staff to integrate care effectively, and work closely with families and caregivers to strengthen engagement and achieve the best possible outcomes for the Young People in our service. Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. About the culture Barwon Health offers opportunity to be part of a growing regional service and a progressive organisation with an eye on the future. We support all employees with professional development and growth. A values driven organisation where you will thrive working in a culture that values respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. Barwon Health staff benefits Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 About Geelong Derived from the local Wadawurrung Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’. Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes Diversity and Inclusion Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all. We encourage applications from: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples LGBTIQA+ community members People of all gender identities People with disability Culturally and linguistically diverse communities If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au Barwon Health is a totally smoke-free workplace. We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au) Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. Please note we do not accept resumes via email. This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination. Contact person: Maria Hatton | Sarah CalderEmail: maria.hatton@justice.vic.gov.au | sarah.calder@justice.vic.gov.au Application closing date: 11th, January 2026 Position Description Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply. Instructions for Internal Candidates only

Responsibilities

As a Family Engagement Officer, you will optimize care planning by ensuring comprehensive assessments and a consumer-centered model of care. You will also lead service development initiatives and work closely with families to strengthen engagement.