Personal Care Attendant

Job no: 916493

Work type: Full time

Location: Far North

Categories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Quorn
• WHA4 | Full Time | Ongoing
• Base Salary Range: $1, $1,140.30 per week
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).

Join our team as a Direct Care Worker and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate support that enhances the daily lives of our residents

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

Working at the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you will become a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment. Combined with access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop and grow. Whatever your role is at FUNLHN, it is vital in supporting the smooth operation of our health care services.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

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Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

About the Role:

The Direct Care Worker (Residential) plays an important role in supporting residents within the Residential Care Home by delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Working under the direction of the Supervisor/Manager and in close collaboration with health professionals, this role provides direct client services that enhance the comfort, wellbeing, and daily living of residents. As a valued member of the multi-disciplinary team, the Direct Care Worker contributes to a supportive and compassionate environment that promotes dignity and quality of life.

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About You:

• Completed AQF Certificate III relevant to the position.
• Proven experience in exercising own judgment and initiative in the day-to-day execution of a position.
• Experience in the provision of a direct care service in a health related field.
• Experience in dealing with aged, frail or disabled persons.
• Experience in the use of computer packages e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• 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.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 916493

Want To Know More? Contact:

Ashley Parkinson - Executive Officer/Director of Nursing, ,

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 14th October PM

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Advertised: 30 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 14 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time