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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• WHD3 | Part Time 0.5 FTE | Temporary (up to 4 July 2027)
• Base Salary Range: $1,250.29 - $1,281.40 per week (pro rata) 

Join our team as a Direct Care Worker – Community and empower people to live independently while making a meaningful difference every day!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career with FUNLHN

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, professional development opportunities to help you grow, and a workplace where every role matters. Whatever your position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our health network and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN - Living and Working in Whyalla

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: You may be eligible for Regional and Locality allowance (where applicable) and salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay.
• Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

About the Role:

You will support older people, people living with disability, and other community members to remain independent and continue living safely in their own homes. Working within a Consumer Directed Care model, you will provide person-centred support including personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation, transport and social support, while collaborating with clients, families and the broader healthcare team to achieve positive outcomes.

934285 WHD3 Role Description

About You:

• Current driver's licence and access to a reliable, registered and insured motor vehicle.
• Ability to work independently, build positive relationships and deliver compassionate, person-centred care.
• Flexible, reliable and committed to supporting people to maintain their independence at home.
• Current National Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Able to meet the immunisation requirements for the role.

Want To Know More? Contact:

Debra Pearce - Team Leader Healthy Ageing, 8648 8669, debra.pearce@sa.gov.au

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role description for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• 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.
• This is a part time vacancy, working 38 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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

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Application Closing Date: Friday 24th July 2026 - 11:55PM