Health Promotion Officer

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Part-time

**Salary**: Salary not specified

**Grade**:As per award

**Occupation**:Community services

**Location**:Loddon Mallee - Central Goldfields

**Reference**:VG/1879411

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**:Health Promotion Officer

**Classification**:Community Dev Worker MI3 to MI11

**Salary per hour**:$37.53 to $43.56 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

**Employment Type**:Fixed Term Contract Part-time 56 hours per fortnight until 28th August 2026

**Award**:Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

**Role description**
- Join Dhelkaya Health, a values-driven health service on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the community of the Mount Alexander Shire and beyond.

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative Health Promotion Officer to lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of our Integrated Health Promotion Plan. In this role, you will work with internal stakeholders and a wide range of community partners to address priority health issues, empower individuals and communities, and reduce health inequalities through innovative and evidence-based initiatives. You will also support volunteer engagement and mentor Public Health Promotion students. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a progressive organisation that values empathy, inclusivity, professionalism, and creativity.

**About you**

**Essential**:

- Tertiary qualifications in Health Promotion, or relevant discipline such as Public Health, Health Science, Community Development or Allied Health.

**Desirable**:

- Registration as a Health Promotion Practitioner
- 3 or more years' experience working in the delivery of health promotion services

**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:

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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 Passportmembership 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 through out the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.

**For further information about this position, please contact Purdy Buckle - Manager Living Well on 0428872638.**

**How to apply**

- Applications close Sunday 31 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 18 August 2025