Direct Care Worker - Sheoak Lodge Aged Care

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Sheoak Lodge Aged Care, Millicent
• Salary: WHA3 $34.72 - $35.32 per week +25% casual loading 
• Casual positions available, working over a 7 day roster
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Please note: Classification and remuneration may be adjusted in line with the new Weekly Paid Enterprise Agreement once implementation arrangements are finalised.

Are you passionate about providing compassionate care to those who need it most? Sheoak Lodge Aged Care is looking for a dedicated Direct Care Workers to join our Residential Care Home team. If you have a heart for helping others and want to contribute to the well-being of our residents, we want to hear from you!

• →Assist with personal care tasks including bathing, grooming, and hygiene.
• →Provide support in mobility and dexterity maintenance.
• →Perform bed making, laundry, and cleaning duties.
• →Transport residents and help with daily living activities.
• →Communicate resident needs to the Registered Nurse and adhere to all safety and health guidelines.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ability to follow instructions.
• A commitment to providing high-quality customer service and supporting other staff.

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community. 
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf. 
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures. 
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses. 
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture. 
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health

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.

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.

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)

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

Natalie Whitehead
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 8733 0150
E-mail: natalie.whitehead@sa.gov.au

10 October 2026, 11:55 pm

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

951766 Direct Care Worker - Residential WHD3.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 10 Oct 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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