Position Title: Generalist Counsellor Classification: Social Worker G2 Y4 (SC24) Salary per hour: $52.49 superannuation generous salary packaging options Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract full-time until 31st July 2026 Award: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026 Role description Dhelkaya Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Counsellor / Psychologist to join our Counselling and Psychology team within the Directorate of Healthy Communities and Social Support Services. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by delivering high‑quality therapeutic support to individuals in our community. * Provide high‑quality, short‑term counselling to individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health issues * Use evidence‑based therapeutic frameworks and maintain a strong commitment to best‑practice standards * Deliver services that are timely, accessible and responsive to community needs * Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic support * Maintain accurate and professional clinical documentation * Primarily be based at our Castlemaine site, with the possibility of working across other Dhelkaya Health locations as required About you * Tertiary Qualifications in Social Work. * Membership with appropriate professional body 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. 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 Ebony Sharma – Manager Housing, AOD, Counselling & Custodial Health on 0456705180 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.