* Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Pinnaroo
* WHA4 | Casual (12-month contract from commencement)
* Salary: $ $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading
* Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Join Our Team as a Direct Care Worker (Residential) – Support Residents to Live Safely and Comfortably
Make a meaningful impact every day by assisting residents to live with dignity, comfort, and independence in a caring residential environment.
About the Role:
As a Direct Care Worker (Residential), you will provide hands-on support and care to residents, working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, Hotel Services Manager, and the wider multidisciplinary team. You'll assist with daily activities, promote resident wellbeing, and contribute to a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.
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 e.g. 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
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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:
* 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: 918397
Enquiries
Anthonia Aniebo-Matiwane
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
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Application Closing Date
Friday 16th October PM
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