Community Mental Health Engagement Worker (Shepparton, VIC, AU, 3630)

Reference Number: 1680

Job Title: Community Mental Health Engagement Worker 
Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time until September 2026                                                      

Hours per Fortnight: 80
Location: Graham Street 

Closing date: 29/04/2026

For a confidential conversation please contact: Winnie McCulloch on Winnie.McCulloch@gvhealth.org.au

About GV Health – Mental Health Services:

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• Adult Mental Health
• Community Mental Health
• Acute Adult Inpatient Unit - Wanyarra
• Aged Persons Mental Health
• Child and Youth Mental Health

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People with lived experience of mental distress and recovery together with the above qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.

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Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
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• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
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• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

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