Direct Care Attendant; WHA​/WHA

Job no: 892856
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 Health Service
• Salary: $1,106.10 - $1,117.60 per week - WHA3; $1,128.60 - $1,140.30 per week - WHA4
• Ongoing Full Time (multiple vacancies available)

Join Our Caring Team as a Direct Care Attendant at Barmera Health Service

Are you passionate about providing compassionate care and making a real difference in the lives of others? Barmera Health Service is seeking a dedicated Direct Care Attendant to join our supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills in a meaningful way while helping those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, showering, hygiene, and grooming.
• Help with toileting, continence management, and mobility support.
• Provide assistance with transferring clients using mechanical aids and supporting their mobility.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of clients' environments, including personal laundry and equipment.
• Support clients in self-administration of medication and assist with routine treatments.
• Assist clients with special needs, such as pressure care, in a respectful and person-centred manner.
• Work collaboratively with other staff to provide excellent care and ensure clients’ well-being.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to work well within a team, with effective communication skills and a compassionate attitude.
• Proven experience in handling diverse situations and working with people from various backgrounds.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage tasks efficiently.
• A commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion.
• Experience in using basic computer software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel) and willingness to learn.
• Completed AQF Certificate III relevant to the position (WHA4).
• Experience in the provision of a direct care service in a health-related field and experience in dealing with aged, frail or disabled persons (WHA4).

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a direct impact on people’s lives, apply now and become a valued member of our team!

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.

• 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.
• Provide Relocation Support, where applicable.

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.
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category
  
  A.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Enquiries

Megan Del Zoppo
Acting Nurse Unit Manager
Phone:
E-mail:
Megan.

Delzoppo.au

Final date to receive applications

13 January 2026, 11:55PM