Western District Health Service – Hamilton VIC

3mo ago , from Western District Health Service

- Exciting opportunity within in our Mental Health Team
- Join an innovative and progressive regional health service
- Attractive salary remuneration, plus generous salary packaging benefits
- $35.7236 (based on experience and qualifications) hourly rate + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits

Our opportunity

This role provides vital support to patients transitioning from hospital back into their homes and communities. You will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and supported discharge process by monitoring recovery, assisting with the organisation and attendance of specialist and allied health appointments, and providing supportive counselling, education, and debriefing following hospital stays.

The position also involves advocating for patients’ needs with recovery‑focused and community‑based organisations, helping to remove barriers to care and promote positive health outcomes. In addition, you will support community members seeking assistance to access Allied Health Services as outpatients, working within an early intervention model to enhance health, independence, and overall well being.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting recovery, improving continuity of care, and strengthening connections between hospital, community, and outpatient services.

About us

Western District Health Service (WDHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire. We pride ourselves on strong teamwork, community connection,



and a shared commitment to excellence in rural health service delivery.

We actively support diversity, inclusion and accessibility for our staff, consumers and visitors, and we are committed to living our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Why Choose Hamilton?

With a population of approximately 10,000 and a catchment of 16,500, Hamilton is the regional centre of Victoria's Southern Grampians region andWDHS is the largest employer in the region. WDHS provides a comprehensive range of acute inpatient services, residential aged care and primary and community health services.To find our more information about WDHS you can visithttps://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/.

The Greater Hamilton region is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. Working for WDHS will enable you to pursue your profession, build your career and enjoy a outstanding work/life balance. With the Grampians National Park and stunning beaches on your doorstep in Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland and wineries dotted in-between, a better lifestyle is waiting for you!To find our more information about the Greater Hamilton region you can visithttps://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What we can offer you?





- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous Salary Packaging options
- Free on-site car parking
- Excellent employment conditions

Further Information

For further details please contact Phil Wilson - Mental Health Team Leader- *************@wdhs.net

Position Description:

Position Description available via thelink.

Western District Health Serviceis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally secure workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are dedicated to transparent and equitable hiring practices that recognise the strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team, we are here to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.

All successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS’s immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.

Applications close Sunday the 24th of May 2026.

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