Care Worker - Cowell

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Cowell District Hospital, Cowell
• Salary: WHD4 $1,314.30 - $1,340.60 per week (pro rata); WHD3 $1,250.29 - $1,281.40 per week (pro rata) + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Ongoing multiple Part-time positions - (Various hours), working over a 7 day roster

Please note that this position will be filled at either WHD4 or WHD3 classification. 

About the Opportunity
Join SA Health's dedicated team at Cowell Multi Purpose Service as a Part-time Care worker and make a meaningful difference in your local community. We have multiple ongoing positions available with various hours to suit different lifestyles, offering excellent work-life balance while delivering essential healthcare services to residents of Cowell and surrounding areas.

What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate personal care and support to patients across acute, aged care, and community health services
• Assist with daily living activities including mobility, hygiene, and meal support
• Work collaboratively with nurses and healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to care planning
• Support patients and families during their healthcare journey

These are your opportunities to build a rewarding career in healthcare while contributing to your community's wellbeing. With flexible hours available, we can find the right fit for your circumstances. Apply now to join our committed team at Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Choose SA Health
As South Australia's largest employer, SA Health offers exceptional career opportunities with comprehensive professional development, competitive remuneration, and generous leave entitlements. You'll be part of an organisation committed to delivering world-class healthcare while supporting your professional growth through ongoing training and education opportunities.
Working at Cowell Multi Purpose Service means being part of a close-knit team where every team member is valued. You'll experience the rewards of rural healthcare delivery while enjoying the support and resources of a leading health network.

What We're Looking For

• Certificate III in Individual Support or Health Services Assistance (or willingness to obtain) is required for WHD4 classification.
• Compassionate approach to patient care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work across different service areas

About Us
With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy.  We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.
Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Relocation support: relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Employee recognition: supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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.

Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 938454

Enquiries
Kerry Kaden
Position: Nursing Unit Manager
Phone: 86293000
E-mail: kerry.kaden@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 7 August 2026 - 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

938454 - WHD3 - Direct Care Worker-Residential - Cowell - Role Description.pdf
938454 - WHD4 - Direct Care Worker-Residential - Cowell - Role Description.pdf
  
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 938454
 
Contact:
Kerry Kaden
Position: Nursing Unit Manager
Phone: 86293000
E-mail: kerry.kaden@sa.gov.au