Direct Care Worker

Overview

Apply now Job no: 917258
Work type: Part time
Location: South East
Categories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care

- Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Keith and Districts Health Service, Residential Aged Care
- Salary: WHA4 $1,128.60 - $1,140.30 per week (pro-rata) + Superannuation + leave loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Multiple Ongoing Part Time positions available working up 30.4 hours per week, over a 7 day roster

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of older people? Keith and Districts Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Worker to join our Residential Care Home team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting residents with daily living tasks, promoting their comfort, dignity and wellbeing.

This rewarding hands-on role offers the chance to work within a close-knit, supportive environment where every day brings the opportunity to positively impact someone’s life. You’ll be part of a caring team that values respect, teamwork, and person-centred care.

Your responsibilities

- Provide high-quality personal care, hygiene, grooming and mobility assistance to residents.
- Support residents with meals, hydration, and daily activities that enhance wellbeing.
- Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment within the Residential Care Home.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure residents’ individual needs are met.
- Report and record observations of individual clients and complete routine documentation in accordance with established procedures.

What We’re Looking For

- Holds a Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent qualification).
- Demonstrates empathy, compassion and respect for older people.
- Able to work effectively in a busy environment, prioritising care and teamwork.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to person-centred care

Why Join Us

- Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network 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.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
- Confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program.

At Keith and Districts Health Care, you’ll be part of a small, friendly community where your contribution is truly valued. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to build meaningful connections with residents and their families.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

- Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
- Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
- Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
- Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
- Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
- Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

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 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 - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

For more information about the role, please refer to the Role Description provided below. Job ref: 917258

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

Advertised: 22 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Nov 2025 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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