WHA3/WHA4 Direct Care Attendant

WHA3/WHA4 Direct Care Attendant - Casual Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Barmera Casual (up to 12 June 2026) $29.11 - $29.41 per hour + 25% casual loading | WHA3 $29.70 - $30.01 per hour + 25% casual loading | WHA4 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 Direct Care Attendant (Residential): Provide Compassionate Support to Our Residential Care Home Residents Are you passionate about delivering hands‑on, person‑centered care? We’re looking for a caring and reliable Direct Care Attendant (Residential) to assist residents of our Residential Care Home. This important role works closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and a multidisciplinary team to ensure residents receive the highest quality support and care. About the Role: The Direct Care Attendant (Residential) is responsible and accountable for providing direct client services to residents in the Residential Care Home. You will work under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager, collaborating with health professionals to support residents’ wellbeing and daily needs. Your role contributes to a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where residents can thrive. What We’re Looking For: 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 eg. Microsoft Word, Excel. WHA3 Experience in exercising own judgment and initiative in the day‑to‑day execution of a position. Experience in the use of computer packages eg. Microsoft Word, Excel. About Us 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 herefor more information about working for RMCLHN. We will provide support, both personally and professionally giving 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. 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 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: Enquiries Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr