Direct Care Attendant

1 day ago

Murray Town, Australia Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network Full time

Direct Care Attendant - WHA4

Job no: 887063
Work type: Full time
Location: Murray and Mallee
Categories: Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care

  • Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Barmera
  • Salary $1,128.60 to $1,140.30 per week - WHA4
  • Multiple Ongoing Full Time Contracts 

Make a difference every day by providing compassionate care in a supportive and dynamic environment

Barmera Health Service is seeking multiple passionate and dedicated Direct Care Attendants to join our Residential Care team. If you have a heart for providing quality care to elderly and vulnerable residents and are looking for an opportunity to work in a fulfilling role, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Direct Care Attendant (Residential), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of our residents. Your primary responsibility will be assisting with day-to-day care, ensuring residents feel valued, respected, and supported in their daily activities. You’ll work closely with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and contribute to maintaining a positive and nurturing environment within our Residential Care Home. Key responsibilities include:

  • Observing and reporting on residents' general health and wellbeing.
  • Assisting in the completion of routine documentation and risk assessments.
  • Supporting residents with diversional therapy, ensuring engagement in individual or group activities.
  • Providing compassionate and respectful care in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Essential Criteria

  • Qualifications: Completed AQF Certificate III in a relevant field (such as Aged Care or Individual Support).
  • Skills:
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in sensitive situations.
    • A team player who is willing to collaborate with colleagues and provide assistance where needed.
  • Experience:
    • Previous experience in a direct care role, ideally in aged care or working with frail or disabled persons.
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office packages (e.g., Word, Excel) for documentation purposes.
    • Proven ability to use initiative and judgment when performing day-to-day tasks.

If you’re looking for a meaningful role that allows you to make a real difference in the lives of others, Barmera Health Service offers an inclusive and supportive environment for professional growth and development.

About RMCLHN

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn.  Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.

  • We will provide support, both personally and professionally
  • Give you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role
  • Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments
  • Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety
  • Offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
  • Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

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:

  • 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

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: 887063.

Enquiries

Megan Del Zoppo
Acting Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8588 0545
E-mail: Megan.Delzoppo@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

7th May 2025 - 11.55PM

Attachments

887063 Role Description - WHA4 - Direct Care Attendant - Residential - Barmera.pdf

Job Capacity Statement PCA Carer Aged Care.pdf

About Barmera Factsheet.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines

International applicant guidelines

Advertised: 19 Nov 2024 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 May 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

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