Casual Community Support Worker WHD4/WHD3 - Eastern Eyre at SA Health

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

35.27

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Household Management, Mobility Assistance, Meal Preparation, Patient Transport, Communication Skills, Empathetic Approach, Independent Working, Cultural Respect, Community Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/532/ProviderAsset/scribble/992b1c43-b12d-48a9-ae01-1f761dfe832f.png] * Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Country Health Connect - Home Support * Position based in Eastern Eyre - Cleve, Cowell, Kimba * Salary: * WHD3: $32.90 - $33.72 per hour + 25% casual loading * WHD4: $34.58 - $35.27 per hour + 25% casual loading * Casual positions available until 30 June 2027, working over a 7 day roster Please note that this position is multi-classified as either a WHD-3 or WHD-4. Exciting Casual Opportunity: Community Support Worker In the remote communities of Cleve, Cowell, and Kimba, a Community Support Worker does more than complete a checklist - you help someone stay in the home they love, on their own terms. At Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN), your presence in Eastern Eyre is the thread that connects clients to their independence, their community, and the life they've built. Your Role in the Community Working within EFNLHN's Consumer Directed Care model, you'll deliver support shaped by each client's own goals and preferences. No two days are identical, and that's by design. Key responsibilities include: * Assisting clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility with respect and dignity * Performing household tasks including cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and minor gardening * Providing reliable transport to appointments and community outings * Supporting social engagement and activities that contribute to client wellbeing * At the WHA4 level, delivering personal care to clients with more complex support needs What You Bring * A warm, empathetic approach and the confidence to work independently across small remote communities * Sound communication skills and genuine respect for people from diverse cultures and backgrounds * Experience supporting aged, frail, or disabled individuals in a home or community setting * The ability to work as part of a close-knit, community-based team within EFNLHN's Eastern Eyre service area * For appointment at WHA4 level: Certificate III or higher in Individual Support (Aged Care, Disability, or Home and Community) Why Eastern Eyre, Why EFNLHN EFNLHN serves one of South Australia's most geographically expansive health networks, and that scale means your contribution is tangible and recognised. As a SA Health employee, you'll have access to salary packaging benefits that meaningfully increase your take-home pay, alongside the professional backing of a networked health system. The work is casual and community-facing - offering genuine variety, real human connection, and the satisfaction of knowing your shifts directly shape someone's quality of life. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and those with lived experience in community care are strongly encouraged to apply. Apply Before 30 June 2027 Submit your application via the SA Health careers portal, including a current resume and a cover letter outlining your experience in community or personal care. To learn more about day-to-day life in the role, reach out directly to the EFNLHN Eastern Eyre - Cleve, Cowell, Kimba Community and Allied Health team. We'd love to hear from you. About Us With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you. The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna. Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications. Click here [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fworking%2Bfor%2Bsa%2Bhealth%2Four%2Bservices%2Fworking%2Bat%2Befnlhn%2Fworking%2Bat%2Beyre%2Band%2Bfar%2Bnorth%2Blocal%2Bhealth%2Bnetwork&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451682015%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NhkXFVLJJY2OGLN6VB0CWC3VWqrwVh9kcUIUEKeyrHI%3D&reserved=0] to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network. Why Join Us * Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North 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. * Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsecure.dc2.pageuppeople.com%2Fapply%2FTransferRichTextFile.ashx%3FsData%3DUFUtVjMtZwnF_jlr-iv2ZkRi7_asJF9LYAl3CTrCXw7hBHlu8JqbF3nRuoWVpdcm5vcFJ6Wd0fnLoqy8a4-_iUsxZ2YJ6oLQTkZkl9c-HiT0nCBVZ-YqIy4ukHDH5_5MZ5EGHa_skls136cU28kHjZDunMf47Q~~&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451706875%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WdyuJOOW59QUf7Lds0lLguQHERSqhkw%2F35qMDea1rhw%3D&reserved=0] * Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program * Relocation support: relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fworking%2Bfor%2Bsa%2Bhealth%2Four%2Bbenefits%2Frelocation%2Bsupport&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451729683%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zmjrr5rtWsS4xrvb0MfHmG9RgK5kOiU%2FRVCKSzTp0u4%3D&reserved=0]. * Employee recognition: supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. 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 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) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2FPublic%2BContent%2FSA%2BHealth%2BInternet%2FClinical%2BResources%2FClinical%2BPrograms%2Band%2BPractice%2BGuidelines%2FImmunisation%2Bfor%2Bhealth%2Bprofessionals%2FHealth%2Bcare%2Bworker%2Bimmunisation%2Band%2Bscreening%2Brequirements&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451752467%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zUVAO72F1NWXpEzqw5vguOWvhnATZHL9IHpzvduw0Qk%3D&reserved=0] in the workplace. For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 944422 Enquiries Ali Haniford Position: Community Service Coordinator Phone: 8629 3040 E-mail: alicia.haniford@sa.gov.au [alicia.haniford@sa.gov.au] Application Closing Date: 30 June 2027 - 11:55PM Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fhow%2Bto%2Bapply%2Fhow%2Bto%2Bapply&data=05%7C02%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C2b4ecd44064f4025de7608dea3f2d0e4%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C0%7C0%7C639128460451775323%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PloiVlY%2F1WiA0pN5ljZda%2B9nHR51yqoRh584DQ%2BxSXM%3D&reserved=0] for further information. 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Responsibilities

Provide personalized home support including personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility assistance to clients in remote communities. Perform household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation while supporting social engagement and community outings.