Direct Care Worker - Cowell

SA Health; Cowell; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Health in South Australia is seeking a Direct Care Worker to support patients and residents across acute, aged care and community services.

You will provide person-centred care, assist with daily activities such as personal care, mobility and meals, maintain dignity, and help with care planning and documentation to ensure quality outcomes.

Teamwork and compassionate communication are essential as you work with nurses and healthcare professionals to safeguard patient wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable, with a genuine interest in supporting people.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and have strong communication skills.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients and residents across acute, aged care and community services.
• Provide person-centred care and support to patients and residents.
• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, mobility, hygiene and meals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to care planning.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

In this role, you will: Work collaboratively with nurses and healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• As a Direct Care Worker, you’ll provide important support to patients and residents across our acute, aged care and community services, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.


• Provide person-centred care and support to patients and residents.


• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, mobility, hygiene and meals.


• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to care planning.

What you need

• We’re looking for people who are compassionate, reliable and enjoy working as part of a team.


• A genuine interest in supporting people and providing quality care.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.