At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients in their homes, assisting with daily tasks and promoting independence.
- Company: Join Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, a community-focused health service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation support, flexible hours, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong community ties.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying the beauty of Ceduna.
- Qualifications: Empathy, communication skills, and experience in aged or disability care.
The predicted salary is between 68000 - 70000 $ per year.
Position based in Ceduna
Salary: WHD3: $1,307.80 - $1,342.25 per week (pro-rata) + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Permanent Part-time position - 0.5 FTE
Exciting Part-time Opportunity: Community Support Worker
In the remote outback community of Ceduna, the work of a Community Support Worker carries real weight. At Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN), you'll be the person who helps someone stay in the home they love - offering practical support, genuine connection, and the kind of care that makes independence possible.
What You'll Be Doing
- Working within EFNLHN's Consumer Directed Care model, you'll deliver support shaped by each client's own goals and preferences.
- Assist clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility in a respectful and dignified manner.
- Perform household tasks including cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and minor gardening.
- Provide reliable transport to appointments and community outings.
- Support social engagement and activities that contribute to each client's wellbeing.
What You'll Bring
- A warm, empathetic approach and the confidence to work independently within a remote community setting.
- Sound communication skills and genuine respect for people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities central to the Ceduna region.
- Experience supporting aged, frail, or people living with disability.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a small, community-based team.
About Us
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.
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.
- Access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
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.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Community Support Worker employer: Sa-Health
SA Health in Adelaide is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration. As a Senior Social Worker/Lead, you will have the opportunity to influence practice and drive service improvements while working within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to enhancing the lives of those in aged care and rehabilitation. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to high-quality care, SA Health provides a rewarding environment for those seeking meaningful employment in the healthcare sector.
