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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Renmark
• Casual (up to 20 March 2026) 
• Salary:
  • $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading | WHA4
  • $29.11 - $29.41 per hour + 25% casual loading | 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.

Join Our Team as a Direct Care Attendant: Make a Positive Impact in Residential Care!

Are you passionate about providing compassionate care and supporting residents in a residential care home? We are looking for a dedicated Direct Care Attendant (Residential) to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play an integral role in improving the lives of residents while working alongside a skilled team of health professionals.

About the Role:

As a Direct Care Attendant (Residential), you will assist in delivering direct client services to residents of the Residential Care Home. You will work under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager and closely collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standard of care is provided. Your role will involve supporting residents with daily activities, promoting their independence, and fostering a respectful and dignified environment. You’ll be an essential part of the care team, helping to ensure the well-being and comfort of the residents every day.

What We’re Looking For:

WHA4

• 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.

WHA3

• Experience in exercising own judgment and initiative in the day-to-day execution of a position.
• 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: 895905

Enquiries

Kelli Ramm
Executive Officer/Director of Nursing
Phone: (08) 8580 4100
E-mail: kelli.ramm@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

Friday 20th March 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments

 895905 WHA4 Role Description.pdf

 895905 WHA3 Role Description.pdf

 JCS+PersonalCareAttendant+Carer+Aged+Care.pdf

 About Renmark Factsheet.pdf

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