Group Facilitator- Seniors Mental Health Program

• Part Time Position Parental Leave Contract: Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance!
• We care about YOU! Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
• Join Australia's largest private health care provider.

About the role

Are you passionate about meaningful connection, recovery-focused care, and making a
difference in the lives of older adults?  We are looking for an engaging and compassionate Group Facilitator to join our team. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary team where collaboration, warmth and person-centred care is truly valued.

This role is offered as a 12-month Parental Leave Contract – 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)
Inpatient (3 Days) + Day Program (1 Day

As a Group Facilitator, you will:

• Lead welcoming, therapeutic, and skill-based groups
• Foster engagement, confidence and participation
• Support clients to build coping strategies and connection
• Work closely with a collaborative and caring team
• Contribute ideas to program growth and improvement
• Maintain clear and person-centred documentation
 

About you

We’d love to hear from you if have:

• Qualifications in Psychology, OT, Nursing (APHRA) or Social Worker (with
  Professional Body membership)
• Experience in facilitating therapeutic, psychoeducation and skill-based groups
  (CBT, DBT, ACT)
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, with demonstrated experience
  working with older adults (geriatric population preferred)
• Training or experience in evidence-based approaches relevant to older adults
  (e.g., CBT for older adults, Reminiscence Therapy, grief therapy, trauma-
  informed care)
• Strong understanding of aging-related mental health issues, cognitive decline,
  and chronic medical conditions
• A compassionate and engaging approach
• Strong teamwork and communication skills 

Remuneration: Base Hourly Rates in accordance with Enterprise Agreement + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.

About us

Owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Australia's largest and most respected private hospital operator, Ramsay Clinic Albert Road is one of Victoria's leading psychiatric facilities. The Clinic provides a full range of general, acute and specialised psychiatric services including inpatient, day patient and community Outreach programs.

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

Requirements

• Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months)
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Elizett Braga on BragaE@ramsayhealth.com.au

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com