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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Loxton
• WHA4 or WHA3 | Casual up to 6 March 2026 | Multiple Positions
• Salary $29.11 - $29.41 p.h. + 25% casual loading WHA3 | $29.70 - $30.01 p.h. + 25% casual loading WHA4

Make a Difference in Aged Care: Join Us as a Direct Care Attendant (Residential)

Are you passionate about providing high-quality care and support to elderly residents? We are looking for multiple casual Direct Care Attendants to join our compassionate team and help enhance the lives of residents at our Residential Care Home.

In this rewarding role, you will be at the heart of our operations, assisting in the provision of direct client services, supporting residents’ well-being, and helping them lead fulfilling lives. Your responsibilities will include recording general observations, providing diversional therapy, completing documentation in line with established policies, and assessing the needs of individual residents. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with residents, supporting their daily activities and ensuring they feel valued and cared for.

Essential Criteria

• Completed AQF Certificate III in a relevant field.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion.
• Experience providing direct care to elderly, frail, or disabled individuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer packages.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on residents' lives.
• Work within a supportive and team-focused environment.
• Gain experience in a fulfilling and rewarding field.

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.

Applicant Information

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.

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and help us provide exceptional care to those who need it most. Job ref: 893566.

Enquiries

Lizzie Platten
Director of Nursing & Midwifery Loxton Hospital
Phone: 0419 817 538
E-mail: elizabeth.platten@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

6 March 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments

893566 Role Description - WHA3 - Direct Care Attendant - Residential - Loxton .pdf

893566 Role Description - WHA4 - Direct Care Attendant - Residential - Loxton .pdf

Job Capacity Statement - PCA Carer Aged Care.pdf

About Loxton Factsheet.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines