At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to residents in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation support, flexible hours, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive work culture with excellent career growth in a vibrant community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: AQF Certificate III and experience in direct care services preferred.
The predicted salary is between 61650 - 75350 $ per year.
Join Our Compassionate Team as a Direct Care Worker at Crestview Hostel! Are you passionate about providing quality care and making a positive impact in the lives of those in need in your local community? As a Direct Care Worker with us, you'll support residents by delivering exceptional care in a respectful and nurturing environment. In this role, you will assist residents with personal care, mobility, and daily living tasks while also contributing to their emotional and social well-being. Whether it's helping with hygiene, providing diversional therapy, or ensuring safety through risk assessments, your presence will make a difference. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, assist with training, and ensure operational efficiency through tasks such as maintaining cleanliness, managing equipment, and contributing to client assessments.
What We're Looking For:
- Completed AQF Certificate III (WHD4)
- Experience in direct care services, particularly with aged, frail, or disabled individuals (WHD4).
- Strong commitment to customer service and quality care.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement, while collaborating with the team.
- Computer proficiency and knowledge of health and safety standards.
Please note this position is multi-classed as WHD4 or WHD3 and classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.
About Cleve District Hospital and Crestview Hostel
The Cleve District Hospital consists of 20 beds, 15 of which are Multi-Purpose Service (MPS), along with 20 low care aged beds in the Crestview Hostel and 15 independent living cottages. The services provided include residential aged care services (including short-term respite care), 24-hour Emergency and Outpatient Services and inpatient services in the domains of General Practice Medicine.
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.
Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Wellbeing and counselling support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
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.
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.
Eligibility
This position is open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals with valid work rights in Australia. Local applicants are encouraged to apply.
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