Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical

Skills Required: Adaptability Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Team Working Hard Work and Dedication Self Motivation Receptivity Confidentiality Occupational Safety and Health Health Care Health Sciences Knowledge of Hygiene Linguistics Multidisciplinary Approach Nursing Well-being and Personal Care

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description

Join our team as a Direct Care Worker - Residential and make a meaningful difference to the lives of residents at Naracoorte Health Service.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and under the supervision of nursing staff, you will provide compassionate, person-centred care and support to residents with their daily needs. This may include personal care, hygiene and grooming, mobility and transfers, continence support, maintaining a clean and comfortable environment, and completing relevant documentation.

You will contribute to resident wellbeing, recognise and report changes or concerns, and support the delivery of safe, respectful and individualised care within Moreton Bay House.

About the Employer

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia's south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites.



Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia's most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work-life balance.

Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?

- Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
- Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
- Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
- Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
- Benefit from salary packaging and wellbeing initiatives.
- Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.

About the Candidate

You are a compassionate, reliable and respectful person who enjoys supporting older people to maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life. You communicate well, work effectively as part of a team and bring a flexible approach to your work, with a genuine commitment to providing safe, kind and person-centred care.





- Demonstrate a commitment to providing quality, compassionate and person-centred care that responds to the individual needs of residents.
- Have effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work respectfully with residents, families and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Be reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and under appropriate supervision.
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality, protected work practices and the importance of maintaining residents' dignity and wellbeing.
- For appointment at the WHD4 level, hold a completed AQF Certificate III relevant to the position, together with relevant experience providing direct care within a health-related field.
- A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
- A satisfactory NDIS Worker Check is required.
- Appointment is subject to Immunisation Risk Category A - direct contact with blood or body substances requirements.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in
- Limestone Coast Local Health Network - Mount Gambier, SA

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