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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Location: Northfield
• Salary WHA2 $1,172.45 to $1184.46 per week (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Multiple Permanent Full time roles
• Must be willing to work shifts, Mon - Fri

Make a Difference in Older Persons Care

Join CALHN’s Care of the Older Person and Community Transition (COACT) team and make a meaningful difference, supporting older people from hospital to recovery. Work within the tranquil, leafy surrounds of Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre in a welcoming, team-focused environment.

About the Role

As an Assistant Support Services Officer, you play a vital part in supporting older people through recovery and transition. Working within a caring team, you help create a clean, safe and welcoming environment while supporting clinicians to deliver quality care.

• Support patient care across wards and clinical areas
• Make beds, assist moves and transport patients safely
• Clean rooms, equipment and shared spaces to standards
• Remove waste and restock supplies across the site
• Assist admissions and set up patient equipment
• Follow safety procedures and report incidents promptly

Shift details:

• Work Monday to Friday
• Be available for rotating shifts across set daily times
• Day shift: 7am to 3.30 pm
• Afternoon shift: 12 noon to 8.30pm

About You

As an Assistant Support Services Officer, you bring a positive, team-first approach and enjoy supporting older people in a respectful and safe care environment.

• Communicate clearly with people from diverse backgrounds
• Build rapport while maintaining privacy and confidentiality
• Prioritise tasks, follow direction and meet daily demands
• Stay calm and respond well in challenging situations
• Work collaboratively and support a safe, quality workplace

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• Boost your take-home pay – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required  932506 RD WHA2 Assistant Support Services Officer.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Julie Halse, Administration Officer

P: 8222 1643

E: Julie.Halse@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday 23rd April 2026

Job Ref: 932506

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position