SA Health
Job reference: 896639
Location: 5260 - TAILEM BEND
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Tailem Bend
• WHA4 | Casual (up to 31 March 2026)
• Salary: $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading

 

Join Our Team as a Direct Care Worker (Residential): Make a Meaningful Impact in Residential Care!

Are you passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive residential setting? We are looking for a dedicated Direct Care Worker (Residential) to join our team and assist in delivering exceptional service to the residents of our Residential Care Home. This is your opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals while being part of a supportive and collaborative team.

About the Role:

As a Direct Care Worker (Residential), you will assist in providing direct care services to residents, ensuring they receive the support they need to live fulfilling lives. You will work under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager and collaborate closely with health professionals as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This role will allow you to contribute directly to the well-being of residents while working in a nurturing and team-oriented environment. You will be accountable for providing high-quality care, helping residents with daily activities, and ensuring their comfort and safety in the Residential Care Home. This role is a chance to have a meaningful impact and provide outstanding care to those who need it most.

What We're Looking For:

• Completed AQF Certificate III relevant to the position.
• Proven experience in exercising own judgment and initiative in the day to day execution of a position.
• Experience in the provision of a direct care service in a health related field.
• Experience in dealing with aged, frail or disabled persons.
• Experience in the use of computer packages eg. Microsoft Word, Excel.

About Us

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. Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally giving you 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 feels a sense of belonging and safety.

Applicant Information

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

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• 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 Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 896639

Enquiries

Cindy Hein
EO/DON Meningie and Tailem Bend Hospitals
Phone: 8572 5800
E-mail: cindy.hein@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Tuesday 31st March 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments

 896639 WHA4 Role Description.pdf

 JCS+PersonalCareAttendant+Carer+Aged+Care.pdf

 About Tailem Bend Factsheet.pdf

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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.