Direct Care Attendant - Casual
Job no: 914726
Work type: Casual
Location: Murray and Mallee
Categories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care
* Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Waikerie
* WHA4 | Casual (up to 23 October 2026)
* Salary: $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading
* Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Join Our Team as a Direct Care Worker (Residential) – Deliver Compassionate, Person-Centred Care
Are you committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents? This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, personalised care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
About the Role
The Direct Care Worker (Residential) assists in providing direct care services to residents of the Residential Care Home. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, the role works closely with health professionals and forms part of a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring residents receive safe, dignified, and person-centred care.
Qualifications and Experience
* 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 such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
About Us
The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network (RMCLHN) supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia. We offer support, both personally and professionally, providing access to a range of education and training opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and ensures a sense of belonging and safety.
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working options for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements, including a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check, National Police Certificate (NPC), and Category A immunisation.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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