Job no:
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Work type:
Full time
Location:
Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories:
Administration, Business and Management
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Placement Officer
Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, Northfield SA ****
ASO3 – $74,095 to $78,694 p.a. + superannuation and salary packaging
Permanent full time
About CALHN
At Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), we're shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research and innovation. As the largest health network in South Australia, CALHN plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare. With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it's expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.
At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.
Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.
About the Role
As a Placement Officer, you'll support older people to take their next step from hospital to residential aged care. You will coordinate paperwork, support discharge planning and work with patients, families and providers to find options that respect each person's individual care needs and preferences.
Coordinate aged care applications and admission paperwork
Support complex discharge plans with the care team
Advocate for patient preferences, budgets and location needs
Liaise with families, carers and aged care provid




Maintain accurate records, datasets and correspondence
About You
To be successful in this role you will:
Bring experience in acute, subacute or aged care settings
Apply experience in complex discharge planning
Understand residential and community aged care services
Communicate with empathy and resolve problems under pressure
Use Microsoft Office and maintain accurate, secure records
Why You'll Love It Here
A outstanding career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you'll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.
Make your money go further with salary packaging and novated lease options
Grow your skills and explore career opportunities across CALHN
Work with a supportive team and share expertise across disciplines
Balance work and life with flexible work options where available
Support your wellbeing with leave loading and fitness discounts
Access confidential wellbeing support for you and your family
Diversity and Inclusion
We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
No essential educational or vocational qualifications are required.
*Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Curious about this role?
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Sharna Clarke, Acting Access and Community Brokerage Manager.
P: ************
E: ******
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 11 November ****
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