Community Support Worker

Job no: 917267

Work type: Full time

Location: Far North

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

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• Full/Part Time | Temporary (12-month contract from commencement)
• Multiple Positions Available
• Base Salary Range:
• $1, $1,117.60 per week (pro rata) | WHA3
• $1, $1,140.30 per week (pro rata) | WHA4
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).

Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a WHA3 or WHA4, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.

Join our team as a Community Support Worker and make a real difference by helping people live independently with dignity and choice.

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

Want to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN and Whyalla Hospital and Health Service

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:

Join our team as a Community Support Worker with Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network and play a vital role in our Consumer Directed Care model, where clients have greater control over their lives and the services they receive. In this rewarding role, you'll provide personal care, cleaning, meal preparation, transport and social support to older people, people living with disability, or residents in aged care facilities - helping them maintain their independence and quality of life. Working closely with consumers, their families, and health professionals, you'll bring empathy, flexibility, and autonomy to your work while being supported with opportunities for ongoing education and skill development to deliver responsive, person-centred care.

About You:

WHA3

• Current drivers licence and willingness to drive.
• Current police clearances (refer Criminal History Clearance Requirements clause).
• Contactable by telephone.
• Access to a reliable, registered and insured (minimum of third-party insurance) motor vehicle.
• Meet immunisation requirements as outlined by the Immunisation Guidelines for Health Care Workers in South Australia 2014.

WHA4

• 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

Applicant Information:

• This is a multiple positions part time vacancy, hours to be negotiated 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.
• 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: 917267

Want To Know More? Contact:

Debra Pearce - Team Leader Healthy Ageing, ,

Application Closing Date: Saturday 18th October PM

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Advertised: 04 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 18 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time