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• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Country Health Connect
• Position based in Streaky Bay
• Temporary Part Time working 60 hours per fortnight, up to 31 December 2026
• Salary: ASO3 $67,589 - $72,033 p.a (pro rata) + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits

About the Role

Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is seeking a dedicated Home Care Coordinator to join Country Health Connect – Community & Allied Health, based in Streaky Bay.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive care management for Commonwealth funded aged care programs, including Support at Home and the Commonwealth Home Support Program. You will work closely with older people, carers, service providers and multidisciplinary teams to assess needs, coordinate services and support clients to remain living safely and independently at home.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a rural community, applying person-centred, culturally responsive and primary health care principles within a supportive regional health network.

Key Duties

• Conduct holistic assessments and develop, implement and review client-centred care plans
• Coordinate referrals and services across health, community and government providers
• Advocate for clients while promoting independence, choice and self-advocacy
• Support service improvement through data collection, evaluation and quality initiatives

Who are we looking for?

• Do you have experience in case management and coordinating care for people with complex needs?
• Are you compassionate, non-judgemental and committed to supporting older people to live independently?
• Do you communicate effectively and work well within multidisciplinary teams and community networks?
• Are you organised, adaptable and confident managing documentation, data and competing priorities?

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy.  We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, leave loading and allowances), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

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.

Check(s)

• 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 B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 925765

Enquiries

Brooke Martin
Program Coordinator, Country Health Connect
Phone: 0481462067
E-mail: brooke.martin2@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 21 January 2026, 11:55PM

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

925765 Home Care Coordinator - Role Description.pdf