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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Murray Bridge Soldiers Memorial Hospital
• Location in Murray Bridge
• Salary $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading - WHA4
• Casual Contracts Available

The Role

Join our team as a Security/Orderly Officer and step into a dynamic role where you will blend security expertise with compassionate patient care. In this pivotal position, you’ll be integral to the smooth operation of our Health Unit, utilizing the latest methods, materials, and equipment to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

Your security responsibilities will involve engaging with clients to uphold the safety and well-being of everyone, strictly following our hospital’s policies and procedures. You’ll also have the opportunity to showcase your skills in managing and de-escalating challenging situations, contributing to a supportive environment for both staff and patients.

If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are adept at handling high-pressure scenarios with a calm and professional demeanor, this role offers you a rewarding chance to make a significant impact.

Essential Criteria

• Must have a current South Australian Security Agent Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in security roles.
• Proven ability to defuse aggressive and violent behaviour effectively
• Strong discretion and commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Excellent written, verbal, and numerical communication skills

The Region

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
• Give 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
• Offer salary sacrifice benefits,  watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
• Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

Murray Bridge, beautifully situated on the banks of the Murray River, is a delightful town that combines natural beauty with a vibrant community spirit. This charming locale serves as a gateway to South Australia’s picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage. With its stunning river views, lively local markets, and diverse recreational opportunities, Murray Bridge offers both relaxation and adventure, making it an ideal destination for visitors and a welcoming home for residents.

About Murray Bridge Factsheet.pdf

Applicant Information

More detailed information on the specifics of the role and essential criteria can be found in the Role Description below.

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here. 

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: 877962.

Enquiries

Greg Kemp
Disaster Resilience Coordinator
Phone: 0481 469 132
E-mail: greg.kemp@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Friday, 1 November 2024 - 11.55PM

Attachments

877962 Role Description - WHA4 - Security Orderly.pdf

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