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: Occupational Therapist Grade 1

Classification: Grade 1 Year 2 (VE8) to Grade 1 Year 5 - (VF2)

Salary per hour:  $35.02 to $40.75 per hour pending experience + 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

An exciting opportunity exists for a new graduate or experienced Grade 1 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic OT department in a permanent rotational position at Dhelkaya Health. Enjoy the rewarding benefits of working within the public health system in a supportive and flexible interdisciplinary working environment that fosters a positive work culture.

Our Grade 1 Occupational Therapy rotational positions have to opportunity to provide high quality clinical care to clients across a range of different programs including Inpatients, @Home Programs, Ambulatory Care outpatient rehabilitation clinics such as falls and balance, neurological, musculoskeletal, cancer survivorship, pain management, lymphoedema and Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), as well as residential aged care services.

You will be supported by senior clinicians and experienced peers to develop your knowledge and skills through supervision, mentoring, professional development (both internal and external) and be invited to attend an early careers support group. The caseload will vary depending on where the demand is at that time, across all campus at Dhelkaya Health.

Government grants of up to $15,000 may be available for new graduates applying for the position.

https://www.vic.gov.au/speech-pathology-and-occupational-therapy-student-grant-program

About you

The successful applicant will have

• Bachelor/Masters of Occupational Therapy with current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA - accompanied by a sound understanding of person centred Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment pathways
• High level communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to critically reflect on practice and identify any areas for improvement
• Developed time management skills
• Current Driver's licence
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Please refer to the relevant attached position description and address the key selection criteria on your cover letter when applying.

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.

Fromcommunity 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. 
• Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 Alex Culvenor on 03 5471 3086 or Amy Lawry on 03 5471 3534.