Yorke and Northern Local Health Network Various Locations - Balaklava Soldiers Memorial Hospital – Ira Parker Aged Care, Riverton Hospital – Wakefield Aged Care, Snowtown Hospital – Lumeah Home, Peterborough Hospital – Nalya Lodge, Melaleuca Court Nursing Home - Minlaton, WHA4 | Ongoing Part Time (various positions and hours) Salary: WHA4 - $1,220.69 - $1,233.35 per week (pro rata) Eligibility Open to Everyone YORKE AND NORTHERN LOCAL HEALTH NETWORK EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR DIRECT CARE WORKERS - SNOWTOWN, RIVERTON, PETERBOROUGH, MINLATON, BALAKLAVA Join the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) Make a Difference in Residential Aged Care Across Regional South Australia. The gorgeous Yorke and Northern region encompass the Yorke Peninsula and significant areas of the Spencer Gulf and Gulf of St Vincent, Southern Flinders Ranges, and the Mid North of South Australia all within easy reach of Adelaide. The Mid North region is SA’s gateway to the outback and Southern Flinders Ranges, it is renowned for its wonderful rural panoramas and unique country townships. The area is made up of dramatic landscapes and native wildlife and offers an abundance of activities to break up those workdays, including outback camping, four-wheel driving, cycling, and surfing. The beautiful Clare Valley sits within this region and offers some of Australia’s best wines with more than 50 cellar doors to explore and enjoy. The Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees feel safe, supported, and a strong sense of belonging. We value diversity, encourage people to use their talents, and recognise and reward the contributions of every team member. A career in the YNLHN can be very rewarding and comes with great lifestyles benefits. Not to mention your choice of scenery from farm to ocean, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. As part of YNLHN, employees may be eligible for: The YNLHN offers our employees access to salary sacrifice arrangements through Smart Salary (watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here ) and some areas have access to a remote zone allowance. For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here. Commonwealth relocation incentives and retention bonuses (where applicable) Working collaboratively with our nursing teams, Direct Care Workers play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care tailored to the individual needs of our residents. Why Join YNLHN? Supportive, inclusive workplace culture Opportunities to work close to home in regional communities Ongoing learning and professional development Meaningful work making a real difference in people’s lives Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN Yorke and Northern Local Health Network – We care for you Click here to find out more about working with Yorke and Northern Local Health Network Current Opportunities – Direct Care Workers Permanent Part-Time Positions Available Balaklava Soldiers Memorial Hospital – Ira Parker Aged Care Balaklava is a welcoming country town just one hour from Adelaide, known for its strong agricultural roots and close-knit community. Ira Parker is a 20-bed Residential Aged Care Facility co-located with Balaklava Hospital. Vacancy: Direct Care Worker 0.42 FTE (16 hours per week) Permanent Part-Time Melaleuca Court Nursing Home – Minlaton Located on the stunning Yorke Peninsula, Melaleuca Court offers a supportive workplace focused on professional development, teamwork, and compassionate care. Vacancies: Direct Care Worker 1.37 FTE Permanent Part-Time Peterborough Hospital – Nalya Lodge Peterborough is a vibrant rural town surrounded by golden plains and rich history. Nalya Lodge is an 11-bed Residential Aged Care Facility co-located with Peterborough Hospital. Vacancy: Direct Care Worker 0.63 FTE (24 hours per week) Permanent Part-Time Riverton Hospital – Wakefield Aged Care Riverton is a historic regional town set among the rolling hills of the Gilbert Valley. Wakefield Aged Care is a 17-bed Residential Aged Care Facility co-located with Riverton Hospital. Vacancy: Direct Care Worker 1.0 FTE Permanent Part-Time Snowtown Hospital – Lumeah Home Located 150 km north of Adelaide, Snowtown is a peaceful agricultural community surrounded by the Barunga Gap and Hummocks Ranges. Lumeah Home has 25 MPS aged care beds co-located with Snowtown Hospital. Vacancies: Direct Care Worker 1.53 FTE Permanent Part-Time Please apply online and complete the required documentation. Job ref: 930373 Enquiries Vanessa Watson Position: CenSTaR Administration Officer Phone: 0468 810 489 E-mail: vanessa.watson@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date Tuesday 17 March 2026 at 11.55 pm (Central Australian Standard Time). Applicant Information SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQASB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best. 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. 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 (direct contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information Attachments 930373 - SNOWTOWN_WHA4_DirectCareWorker_Role Description.pdf 930373 - RIVERTON_WHA4_DirectCareWorker_Role Description.pdf 930373 - PETERBOROUGH_NALYALODGE_WHA4_DirectCareWorker_Role Description.pdf 930373 - MELALEUCACOURT_WHA4_DirectCareWorker_Role Description .pdf 930373 - BALAKLAVA_WHA4_DirectCareWorker_Role Description.pdf Minlaton Fact Sheet.pdf Snowtown Fact Sheet.pdf Riverton Fact Sheet.pdf Peterborough Fact Sheet.pdf Balaklava Fact Sheet.pdf Job Capacity Statement - PCA - Carer Aged Care.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines