Home Assist & Volunteering Administration Officer
Fixed-Term Contract Position - Full-time until 17 July 2026
Salary $76,181 to $82,383 + Superannuation + Income Protection
About Us
Established in 1839, the Town of Gawler is one of South Australia's most significant historic towns, in one of the state's fastest growing regions.
As one of the fastest-growing Council areas, we pride ourselves on active community engagement, fostering collaboration and delivering innovative outcomes that meet the needs of our residents.
We provide a progressive, rewarding, and flexible working environment, guided by our core values:
* Teamwork
* Integrity
* Collaboration
* Creativity
* Positivity
Our workplace is safe, inclusive, and welcoming. We embrace diversity and different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs that drive innovation and excellence.
About the Opportunity
Join our Home Assist & Volunteering Team and play a vital role in supporting our older residents and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
* To provide efficient and effective administrative support and assistance to the Home Assist and Volunteering programs.
* To work as part of a team that delivers approved home care services that support eligible residents to continue to live independently, in accordance with the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP).
* To provide professional, prompt, accurate, courteous and helpful service to all Home Assist clients, Home Assist contractors, Town of Gawler volunteers and key stakeholders.
* To plan, prioritise and organise core responsibilities to meet funding, organisational and departmental targets and deadlines.
About You
The successful candidate will have a high level of computer literacy, data entry experience, attention to detail and strong organisational skills. An understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards is desirable. A satisfactory National Criminal History Check or National Police Clearance is essential.
How to Apply and Enquiries
For further information about this role, please contact Sanna Brannan, Team Leader Home Assist and Volunteering on
Please submit your:
* Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (available in the Position Description at )
* Current resume
All applications must be addressed to the CEO, Chris Cowleyand be submitted via email only to:
Council is an equal opportunity employer that is passionate about embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that believe they meet the criteria of the position.
Town of Gawler is a smoke, drug and alcohol-free work environment.
Applications close Sunday 28 September 2025 at 11pm
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