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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Karoonda District Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Karoonda
• Salary:
  • $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading - Casual (up to 28 July 2025) - WHA4
  • $29.11 - $29.41 per hour + 25% casual loading - Casual (up to 28 July 2025) - WHA3

Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a WHA4 or WHA3, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.

The Role

Step into a rewarding role as a Direct Care Worker (Residential), where you'll make a real difference in the lives of residents at our Residential Care Home. You'll work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and collaborate with a dedicated team of health professionals, playing a key part in delivering exceptional care and support in a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment.

To be classed an a WHA4 you must have completed an AQF Certificate III relevant to the position.

Please refer to the job pack below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities and qualifications.

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.

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

Karoonda and District Soldiers' Memorial Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including a nurse-led Emergency Department supported by telehealth consultations with emergency-trained General Practitioners. Our facilities also feature outpatient services and aged care beds. Additionally, the Country Health Connect team provides a variety of community health services right from our hospital site, ensuring seamless and holistic care for our community.

 About Karoonda Workforce Factsheet.pdf

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

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: 879098

Enquiries

Sallie Richards
ANUM and Acting NUM
Phone: (08) 8579 1111
E-mail: Sallie.Richards@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Monday 28th July 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments

 879098 Direct Care Worker WHA4 Job Pack.pdf

 879098 Direct Care Worker WHA3 Job Pack.pdf

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