Reliever Senior Support Service Officer | REPAT

Palliative Care SA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 62,000; Full time

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Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Reliever Senior Support Service Officer at the Repatriation Health Precinct, Daw Park, SA. The role covers staff leave, assists nursing teams with daily care and maintains a clean, safe environment across a rotating roster.

You will support patients with personal care, transfers, meals, ward hygiene and infection prevention, while coordinating with staff and sharing expertise within your area.

Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate III in aged care or disability.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Ability to communicate with empathy and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritise work and exercise sound judgement.
• Experience training and guiding other staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, dressing and daily activities.
• Support safe patient transfers using appropriate equipment.
• Help with mealtimes, snacks and refreshments.
• Maintain ward cleanliness and follow infection prevention procedures.
• Support emergency responses and liaise with relevant staff.
• Share your skills and guide colleagues within your area of expertise.

Skills

Empathy & confidentiality

Prioritise workload

Training others

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in aged care or disability

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network - Reliever Senior Support Service Officer

Repatriation Health Precinct, Daw Park SA 5041 | Support Services

WHA5 $1,338.23 to $1,351.67 per week + super + salary packaging

Permanent full time

Seven-day rotating roster across 24 hours | Four days on, two days off

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through clinical care, research and innovation. Join a team committed to safe, connected and high-quality healthcare for our community.

Every voice matters at CALHN. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients and work across teams to support a seamless patient journey.

About the Role

Bring variety to your work while supporting patients at the Repatriation Health Precinct. You’ll cover staff leave, assist nursing teams with daily care and maintain a clean, safe environment across a rotating roster.

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, dressing and daily activities.
• Support safe patient transfers using appropriate equipment.
• Help with mealtimes, snacks and refreshments.
• Maintain ward cleanliness and follow infection prevention procedures.
• Support emergency responses and liaise with relevant staff.
• Share your skills and guide colleagues within your area of expertise.

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold a Certificate III in aged care or disability.
• Bring experience working in a healthcare environment.
• Communicate with empathy and respect patient confidentiality.
• Prioritise work and use sound judgement under limited direction.
• Have experience training and guiding other employees.

You’ll bring knowledge of support services, customer service and safe work practices. You must be available for a seven-day, 24-hour rotating roster, working four days on and two days off over a six-week cycle to cover annual, sick and long service leave.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Build your skills in a multidisciplinary team supporting patient care and safety every day.

• Stretch your salary – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment, plus pre-tax super and novated lease options.
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN.
• Work together – multidisciplinary support and shared expertise.
• Find your balance – flexible work options where available.
• Enjoy the extras – leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations.
• Enhance your wellbeing – 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.

Curious About This Role

Connect with Julie Halse, Administration Officer Car Parking

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 25 November 2026

Job reference: 955572

Visit the SA Health Careers website for how to apply and Australian and international applicant guidelines.