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SA Health
Job reference: 863+46
Location: 5271 - NARACOORTE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Country Health Connect - Home Support, Naracoorte
Salary: $67,58+ - $72,033 (pro rata) - OPS3
Ongoing Part Time (30 hours per fortnight 0.43FTE)
Working closely with the Home Support Coordinator and using a Primary Health Care approach, you will organise, provide and evaluate local services that meet the care and support needs of frail, aged and young disabled members in the community. Maintaining a client-centred approach to service provision, you will assist with planning and arranging specific Home Support services for individual clients to meet their needs. You will undertake Home Support assessments and regular reviews of local clients, develop care plans and set goals for clients. This will involve consulting with clients and their families to understand their needs and the kinds of services that will best meet those needs. As part of your role, you will direct, support and works closely with casual care workers, respite workers and aged care workers and contractors.
About You
You will have prior experience in working with older people and people with disabilities
Familiar with the administrative systems and duties required to support Country Health Connect clients. This will include experience in applying and maintaining strict eligibility criteria and service guidelines
You will have current knowledge of local and regional services, including aged care, community care and other programs relevant to the support of frail aged and young disabled community members.
Demonstrated knowledge of the impacts of ageing and disability on independence, wellness and health
Using your initiative and judgement when dealing with staff and clients, you will be capable of effectively liaising with people regarding sensitive issues.
Along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will bring the ability to work in a self-directed manner within broad guidelines in a service provision setting.
Why Join Us?
Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network 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.
Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide
Enjoy a relaxing and affordable country lifestyle in Naracoorte
About Us
Country Health Connect focuses on the delivery of exceptional care to those living within our communities who require some support to remain living independently or reside in one of our residential aged care facilities.
Our professional and caring staff deliver health care and wellbeing support across regional South Australia in hospitals, local health services, community centres, residential aged care facilities and clients' own homes.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN.
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 roles please refer to the Job Pack provided below. Job ref: 863+46
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
Enquiries
Lyn Sinel
Program Manager Home Support Services
Phone: 8733 4755
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
11 September 2026, 11:55PM
Attachments
863+46 Home Support Officer - Job Pack.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Flexibility Statement
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.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
SA Health
Job reference: 863+46
Location: 5271 - NARACOORTE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Country Health Connect - Home Support, Naracoorte
Salary: $67,58+ - $72,033 (pro rata) - OPS3
Ongoing Part Time (30 hours per fortnight 0.43FTE)
Working closely with the Home Support Coordinator and using a Primary Health Care approach, you will organise, provide and evaluate local services that meet the care and support needs of frail, aged and young disabled members in the community. Maintaining a client-centred approach to service provision, you will assist with planning and arranging specific Home Support services for individual clients to meet their needs. You will undertake Home Support assessments and regular reviews of local clients, develop care plans and set goals for clients. This will involve consulting with clients and their families to understand their needs and the kinds of services that will best meet those needs. As part of your role, you will direct, support and works closely with casual care workers, respite workers and aged care workers and contractors.
About You
You will have prior experience in working with older people and people with disabilities
Familiar with the administrative systems and duties required to support Country Health Connect clients. This will include experience in applying and maintaining strict eligibility criteria and service guidelines
You will have current knowledge of local and regional services, including aged care, community care and other programs relevant to the support of frail aged and young disabled community members.
Demonstrated knowledge of the impacts of ageing and disability on independence, wellness and health
Using your initiative and judgement when dealing with staff and clients, you will be capable of effectively liaising with people regarding sensitive issues.
Along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will bring the ability to work in a self-directed manner within broad guidelines in a service provision setting.
Why Join Us?
Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network 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.
Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide
Enjoy a relaxing and affordable country lifestyle in Naracoorte
About Us
Country Health Connect focuses on the delivery of exceptional care to those living within our communities who require some support to remain living independently or reside in one of our residential aged care facilities.
Our professional and caring staff deliver health care and wellbeing support across regional South Australia in hospitals, local health services, community centres, residential aged care facilities and clients' own homes.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN.
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 roles please refer to the Job Pack provided below. Job ref: 863+46
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
Enquiries
Lyn Sinel
Program Manager Home Support Services
Phone: 8733 4755
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
11 September 2026, 11:55PM
Attachments
863+46 Home Support Officer - Job Pack.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Flexibility Statement
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.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HOME SUPPORT OFFICER | NARACOORTE position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Naracoorte offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
