Job detail

Home Helpers - Regional Casual Pool

SA Health

#Community Care #Disability Care #Casual Pool #Aged Care #Home Helper #Person-Centred Support #Healthy Ageing #Regional Health #Domestic Assistance

Quick overview

Support consumers to maintain independence and safety in their own homes through domestic assistance. Responsibilities include meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and collaborating to meet individual care goals.

Requirements summary

Requires a current driver's licence and access to a reliable, insured vehicle. Candidates should have experience or interest in domestic assistance and a commitment to compassionate, person-centred support.

CommunicationRelationship BuildingPerson-Centred CareMeal PreparationHousekeepingLaundry DutiesIndependent WorkingDomestic Assistance

Job description

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Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla or Port Augusta
WHD2 | Casual
Salary: $31.70 - $32.28 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | Casual Contract (up to 2 July 2027)

Join us as a Home Helper where you will support people to remain independent and comfortable in their own homes!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career with FUNLHN

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, professional development opportunities to help you grow, and a workplace where every role matters. Whatever your position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our health network and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sc5uurPYJXA] - Living and Working in Whyalla [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG4O7hUjDpg] and Port Augusta [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCsApGMam5Q]

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public%20Content/SA%20Health%20Internet/Careers/Working%20for%20SA%20Health/Our%20services/Working%20at%20FUNLHN/Working%20at%20Flinders%20and%20Upper%20North%20Local%20Health%20Network]

Our Benefits

Work-life
Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
Prioritise
Your
Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport [https://portal.fitnesspassport.com.au/FUNLS] discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.

About the Role

You will support consumers to maintain their independence and continue living safely in their own homes. You will provide domestic assistance including meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry duties, while building positive relationships with consumers and supporting their individual care goals. Working independently in the community, you will deliver flexible, person-centred services and contribute to quality outcomes through collaboration, communication and ongoing professional development.

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About You

Current driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered and insured motor vehicle.
Ability to work independently and build positive relationships with consumers and families.
Experience or interest in domestic assistance, housekeeping and laundry duties.
Flexible, compassionate and committed to delivering quality, person-centred support.

Want To Know More? Contact

Debra Pearce - Team Leader Healthy Ageing, 8648 8669, debra.pearce@sa.gov.au [debra.pearce@sa.gov.au]

Applicant Information

Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public+Content/SA+Health+Internet/Clinical+Resources/Clinical+Programs+and+Practice+Guidelines/Immunisation+for+health+professionals/Health+care+worker+immunisation+and+screening+requirements] as indicated on the Role description.
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.
We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/how+to+apply] for further information.

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Australian applicant guidelines [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/australian+applicant+guidelines]

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