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• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Lameroo
• WHA4 | Casual (up to 22 May 2026)
• Salary: $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading

Join Our Team as a Direct Care Worker: Provide Compassionate Care to Residents in Our Residential Care Home

Are you passionate about providing direct care and making a difference in the lives of others? We are seeking a dedicated Direct Care Worker (Residential) to join our team and provide high-quality care to residents in our Residential Care Home.

About the Role:

The Direct Care Worker (Residential) will be responsible for delivering direct client services to the residents of the Residential Care Home. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager and Hotel Services Manager, you will work closely with health professionals as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Your role will be essential in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents, supporting them with daily activities, and fostering a caring environment.

As a Direct Care Worker (Residential), you will:

• Assist in providing daily personal care and support to residents.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals and contribute to the residents’ care plans.
• Support residents in activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Ensure the delivery of compassionate and respectful care in line with the organization’s values and standards.
• Report and document resident progress and any changes in health status.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is compassionate, dedicated, and eager to contribute to the well-being of our residents in a supportive and nurturing environment. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

What We’re Looking For:

• 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.

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 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: 901567

Enquiries

Rebecca Porker
Hotel Services Manager
Phone: 8576 4600
E-mail: rebecca.porker@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Friday 22nd May 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments

901567 WHA4 Role Description.pdf

About Lameroo Factsheet.pdf

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