Team Leader - Social Support Services

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: Team Leader – Social Support Services

Classification: HS3

Salary per hour:  $37.67 per hour + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 64 hours per fortnight

Award: Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025

Role description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older persons, individuals with chronic health conditions, carers, and people with disabilities? Do you thrive in a leadership role that allows you to shape and enhance social support programs? Dhelkaya Health, nestled in the heart of Dja Dja Wurrung country, invites applications for the position of Social Support Services Team Leader. As a vital member of our organization, you will lead the planning, development, delivery, and evaluation of programs aimed at promoting physical, emotional, and social well-being. Join us in our mission to provide high-quality, accessible, and sustainable healthcare services to the community of Mount Alexander Shire and beyond. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and lead a dedicated team, apply now!

About you

We are seeking a dynamic individual with a passion for social support services and a commitment to promoting independence and well-being. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
• Experience in planning, delivering, and evaluating social support programs, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Knowledge of CHSP, HACC-PYP, and NDIS frameworks and funding requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, families, carers, and stakeholders.
• A person-centred care approach, dedicated to meeting the individual needs and interests of clients.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain compliance with quality standards, policies, and procedures.
• A collaborative mindset, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues and external partners to achieve organizational goals.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the community and possess the skills and dedication to lead our Social Support Services team, we want to hear from you! Join us at Dhelkaya Health and be part of a team dedicated to shaping a better health system for all.

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.

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. 
• 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.

*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 Purdy Buckle – Manager Living Well on 03 5479 1000.