Direct Care Worker- Casual Pool (Keith)

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Keith and Districts Health Care
• Salary: WHA4 $32.12 - $32.45 per hour + 25% casual loading
• Casual Pool, 7 day working roster
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives?

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Workers to join our team at the Residential Care Home in Keith. In this rewarding role, you will assist clients with personal care and daily activities, ensuring they receive the highest standard of comfort and support.

As a Direct Care Worker, you will play a crucial part in maintaining a clean and comfortable environment for residents while assisting them with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and more. You’ll work closely with the healthcare team to enhance the quality of life for our clients and contribute to a positive, compassionate care environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal hygiene, toileting, and mobility support.
• Help with feeding, hydration, and meal setup.
• Maintain a clean and tidy environment for clients.
• Support clients with special needs and participate in leisure activities.
• Assist with self-administration of medication and document observations.
• Contribute to meal service and cleaning duties.
• Build positive relationships with clients, staff, and visitors.

What We’re Looking For:

• Certificate III in Aged Care or similar qualification.
• Proven experience in providing direct care in aged, frail, or disabled care settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and committed to delivering high-quality care.
• Physical ability to meet the role’s demands and a commitment to safety and confidentiality.
• Basic knowledge of the Aged Care Act and Elder Abuse Reporting.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today to join our team at Keith and Districts Health Care and help provide exceptional care to those who need it most.

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.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community 
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading – watch a short video about salary packaging.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
• Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace

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Our Organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community. 
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf. 
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures. 
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses. 
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture. 
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health 

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.

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 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 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

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job ref: 927377

Enquiries

Catherine Love
Position: Administration Officer
Phone: 08 8755 1555
E-mail: Catherine.Love@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

20 January 2027 - 11.55PM

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

Attachments

 927377 - LCLHN RD - WHA4 Direct Care Worker Keith.pdf

 JCS+PCA+Carer+Aged+Care.pdf

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