- Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network
- Kangaroo Island
- Salary: WHD4 $1,314 - $1,340 per week (pro rata) + Penalties + Super + Benefits
- Multiple Positions Available – Full Time, Part Time, Ongoing
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WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?
The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network are seeking compassionate and motivated Direct Care Workers. We are offering a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents of the Carnarvon and Anchusa Nursing Homes by delivering compassionate, person-centred care within a supportive Residential Care team. You will work collaboratively with nurses and multidisciplinary professionals in a structured environment that values teamwork, respect, and high-quality care, while building your skills in direct care and resident support.
WHO ARE WE?
The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network offers opportunities across our sites, from Kangaroo Island to Eudunda, wrapping all the way around our metropolitan areas. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to all our consumers, residents, their families, and community. Our mission is to ensure that you always receive the best quality, safe, consistent, collaborative care and always with kindness. We do this by maintaining exceptional levels of care at all times supported by systems and processes that assure us of quality and safety of our staff and those we serve.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Do you have experience providing compassionate, person-centred care to aged, frail, or disabled individuals in a residential or health setting?
- Are you able to observe, report, and document resident care accurately while maintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to policies and procedures?
- Can you work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive, safe, and respectful workplace culture?
- Are you adaptable and reliable, with strong communication skills, a commitment to cultural respect, and a willingness to learn and maintain your skills?
If you have answered yes to any of these questions - then read on…
HOW WILL YOU CONTRIBUTE?
You will……….
- You will provide compassionate, person-centred care by supporting residents with daily activities, reporting observations, and maintaining accurate documentation.
- You will contribute to resident wellbeing by delivering and supporting diversional therapy activities tailored to individual and group needs.
- You will support the smooth operation of the unit by following procedures, assisting colleagues, and using equipment and systems effectively.
- You will maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment by adhering to WHS requirements, protecting confidentiality, and contributing to a strong team culture.
WHAT WILL WE OFFER YOU IN RETURN?
At BHFLHN, not only will you be working in an environment surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature we see your work here as not just as a job, but an opportunity to extend, progress or consolidate your career with us. We therefore offer you opportunities to be supported in the following ways:
- Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
- Access to professional development opportunities to enable you to do your job.
- Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
- Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.
WHERE AND HOW YOU WILL WORK
Kingscote is the main township on Kangaroo Island, known for its stunning coastal landscapes, close-knit community, and relaxed island lifestyle. With a range of local amenities and strong employment opportunities across health, tourism, education, and community services, it offers a unique chance to achieve excellent work–life balance in a truly picturesque setting. For more information Discover Kingscote
NEED TO RELOCATE?
We offer support for successful applicants who wish to relocate to Kangaroo Island. We can provide a comprehensive welcome package and candidate care support through one of our external partners that will enable you to have the support you and your family’ needs to make a successful transition. This may include pre-arrival planning through to a personalised arrival experience, including providing connections to your new KI community networks to help you feel at home quickly.
You may also be eligible for relocation financial support. See what is available here: Relocation support | SA Health. Find out more about working in the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, and see what it looks like to work and live in regional Australia at: https://movetomore.com.au/
WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW/WHAT IS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS?
Working in this environment, it is important to us that we only employ people with the upmost integrity and commitment to serving the South Australian community and its visitors to the highest possible standards. To ensure that we meet that commitment there are a few checks that you will be required to undertake. These are detailed on the Role Description, but are likely to include the following:
- You will need to undergo employment screening, what you require is also on the front page of the Role Description.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We employ people as diverse as the clients we support and the environments we work in. At BHFLHN we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees and therefore we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We continually look for ways to support and promote diversity and flexible ways of working so please let us know what interests you.
HELP IS HERE!
Please refer to all the details in the Role Description below (job ref: 937033), or reach out to Sophie Taylor, Senior Aged Care Administration Officer on Phone: 08 8553 4210 or via E-mail: sophie.taylor@sa.gov.au
To find out what you need to apply, and what is required to be offered a role, please refer to the Applicant Checklist BHFLHN Applicant Checklist.pdf. Please also click here for our Australian applicant guidelines
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Eligibility: Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship of international candidates. Only applicants with current legal rights to work in Australia will be considered.
Role Description P21765 WHD4 Direct Care Worker - Residential_.docx
