Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.
Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.
Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.
We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.
Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
Position Title: Social Worker
Classification: SC15 G1 Y4 to SC22 G2 Y2
Salary per hour: $41.56 to $47.76 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: Ongoing full-time
Award: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021 - 2026
Role description
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Social Worker to join our team at Dhelkaya Health.
In this role, you will deliver person-centred social work services across a range of clinical areas, with a primary focus on inpatient units including Acute, Rehabilitation, Transition Care Program (TCP), and Residential Aged Care across our Castlemaine and Maldon campuses. The position also includes supporting clients within their homes in the community.
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with nursing, medical, and allied health professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients, their families, and carers. The role also involves building strong connections with internal teams and external community service providers to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
This is a dynamic role, and you may be required to work across different service areas to support organisational needs and ensure continuity of social work services.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver holistic, person-centred social work services using a Social Model of Health approach
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Assess client needs and develop, implement, and review tailored care plans aligned with client goals and priorities
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Provide evidence-informed interventions in line with best practice standards
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Facilitate collaborative multidisciplinary care through active participation in case conferences
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Provide short-term counselling to clients experiencing a range of needs, including chronic disease, rehabilitation, and mental health concerns
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Advocate for clients, carers, and families to support positive outcomes
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Coordinate and lead family meetings to support safe, effective discharge planning
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Build strong working relationships with colleagues, community providers, clients, and families
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Deliver education sessions to individuals or groups as required
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Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and data reporting
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Contribute to service development, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives
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Work in alignment with organisational goals, contributing to service sustainability
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Deliver services within funding parameters and resource constraints
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Contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative team environment
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Demonstrate professional, ethical behaviour aligned with organisational and professional standards
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Engage in ongoing professional development (internal, external, and self-directed)
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Maintain professional networks to support best practice
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Participate in clinical supervision programs
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Undertake other duties as required, consistent with the role and your skills, experience, and qualifications
About you
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Bachelor/Masters of Social Work degree and eligibility for AASW membership
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Current Driver's licence
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NDIS Worker Check
Culture and Benefits
Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.
From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:
Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work.-
Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
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Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passportmembership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
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Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
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Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
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Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.
https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/
- All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with Dhelkaya Health Vaccination Policy.
Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.
For further information about this position, please contact Justine Ellis – Recruitment Coordinator on 03 5471 3492.
Applications close 23rd July 2026
Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.< /p>
