Residential Care Worker (Health Education Officer - Grad/Non Grad) - Transitional Rehabilitation Service - Temp PT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ608276 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time, 16 hours per week until April 2026
Location: Transitional Living Unit, Chipping Norton
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate & Non Graduate
Remuneration:
Health Education Officer Non Graduate: $31.51 - $45.57 per hour
Health Education Officer Graduate: $36.04 - $57.58 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ608276
Application Close Date: 12/10/2025
Interview Date Range: 15/10/2025 – 22/10/2025
Contact Details: Tanya Secheny – (02) 8781 8052 | Tanya.secheny@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting rehabilitation outcomes for clients that have sustained a brain injury. The Residential Care Worker position provides an opportunity to develop a range of rehabilitation skills and work within a supportive multidisciplinary team. The position is based in a residential facility located in Chipping Norton with a focus on promoting the development of client’s independent living skills. The Residential Care Worker is expected to work a rotating roster.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) serves one of Australia's most multicultural regions, providing high-quality, patient-centred care across various hospitals and health services. These include Bankstown-Lidcombe, Bowral & District, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, and Liverpool Hospitals, each offering specialised care.
SWSLHD offers a supportive, innovative, and forward-thinking work environment, with numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression. The district's community health services provide comprehensive care, including prevention, early intervention, and ongoing support, while its mental health services offer both inpatient and community-based care.
Working at SWSLHD means being part of a dedicated team committed to improving health outcomes and making a positive impact on the community.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Relevant tertiary qualification or Certificate IV in Health or Disability, and current First Aid Certification.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of working with and supporting adults during the rehabilitation continuum, preferably adults with an acquired brain injury.
- Demonstrated ability to manage workload priorities and work with limited supervision and/or in isolation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including proficient computer literacy in a range of programs.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
