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• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Country Health Connect - Home Support
• Position based in Streaky Bay
• Salary:  ASO3 $74,095 - $78,694 p.a. (pro rata) + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Part-Time position working 60 hours per fortnight, up to 31 December 2026

Overview

Streaky Bay offers something most health roles can't - the chance to genuinely know your clients, their families and the community you serve. SA Health's Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is looking for an experienced Home Care Coordinator to join Country Health Connect in Streaky Bay on a part-time basis, 60 hours per fortnight, until 31 December 2026.

What You'll Be Doing

Working within the Community and Allied Health team, you'll coordinate Commonwealth-funded aged care programs - including Support at Home and the Commonwealth Home Support Program - helping older people in Streaky Bay and surrounds remain living safely and independently. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting holistic assessments and developing, implementing and reviewing person-centred care plans
• Coordinating referrals and services across health, community and government providers
• Advocating for clients while actively promoting independence, choice and self-advocacy
• Contributing to service improvement through data collection, evaluation and quality initiatives

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience in case management and coordinating care for people with complex or multiple needs
• Sound knowledge of Commonwealth aged care programs, including Support at Home or CHSP frameworks
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments and translate findings into practical, client-led care plans
• Strong communication skills with experience working across multidisciplinary teams and community networks
• Confidence managing documentation, reporting and competing priorities in a regional or rural health setting
• A non-judgemental, culturally responsive approach aligned with SA Health's commitment to equitable, person-centred care

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application via the SA Health careers portal, including a current CV and a cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. Applications are reviewed on receipt, so we encourage you to apply early. For a confidential conversation about the position, reach out to the hiring team through the contact details listed on the SA Health website.

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.
• 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
• Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Relocation support: 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.
• Employee recognition: 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)

• 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 - 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: 949092

Enquiries

Anne-Marie Richards
Position: Community Services Coordinator
Phone: 0423 297 160
E-mail: Anne-Marie.Richards@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 10 September 2026 - 11:55PM

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

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

 949092 - ASO3 - Home Care Coordinator - CAH - Role Description.pdf