Direct Care Worker - Community

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have a heart for serving the elderly, frail or disabled? We have a great opportunity for you to join our dedicated team as a Direct Care Worker (Residential).

As a Direct Care Worker, you will be an integral part of our team, assisting in providing essential services directly to our residents, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care and support.

About You

• Team Member :   Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment, fostering a supportive and cooperative atmosphere and willingness to provide assistance and cooperation to fellow members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Effective Communicator :  Sound interpersonal and communication skills for connecting with individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and circumstances with respect and empathy, ensuring inclusive care for all.
• Confidentiality :   Uphold strict confidentiality standards, demonstrating discretion in all interactions and maintaining the privacy of sensitive information.
• Time Management :   Ability to meet deadlines and timeframes, ensuring efficient and timely completion of tasks and responsibilities.
• Initiative : Ability to perform under limited direction, exercising judgement and initiative in executing day to day responsibilities effectively.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have :

• Completed an AQF Certificate III relevant to the position
• Experience in providing a direct care service in a health related field
• Experience in dealing with aged, frail or disabled clients

About the Region

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally
• Give your access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role
• Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments
• Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee fells a sense of belonging and safety

Important Information

If you are employed full-time, part-time or on a casual basis you could be eligible to pay for a range of expenses with your pre-tax salary, including groceries, utility bills and some work-related expenses including self-education. Watch a short video about what salary packaging is . For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA In addition to the annual salary package, we also offer employer superannuation contributions and leave loading. For information about relocation support working for SA Health, please click .

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref : 872231

Enquiries

Sheridan Kulper

Mallee Team Leader

Phone : 85764677

Email :

Application Closing Date

30 June 2025 - 11.55PM

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