South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for Home Care Workers to join our casual pool at Cunnamulla and Thargomindah, Western Qld.

Please note this position requires the Home Care Workers to reside in Cunnamulla, Thargomindah or nearby to fulfill the requirements of this role.

Join us in building better health in the bush!

Job details

Your opportunity

The Home Care Worker, at Cunnamulla and Thargomindah, Western Queensland, provides basic support services that assist eligible clients to live independently in their own home within the Cunnamulla and Thargomindah communities.

Basic household domestic tasks include (but not limited to): 

• Keeping kitchen and appliances clean.
• Ensuring hygiene areas e.g. bathroom / toilet are clean.
• Vacuuming and mopping floors.
• Washing, hanging out and/or bringing in.
• Other support activities as referred by My Aged Care such as Social Support, Meal Delivery, Personal Care, transport and assisted shopping.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care support in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

Cunnamulla - If you are looking for a sea change, you might find your home away from home in the outback town of Cunnamulla. Surfing the sand dunes, relaxing in the artesian springs nearby, having a mudbath at Eulo, exploring national parks and fishing the Warrego river are all on the agenda in this red dirt outback escape.

Thargomindah -  is situated along the Adventure Way, and lies on the banks of the Bulloo River approximately 1,000 kilometres west of Brisbane. Thargomindah Community Clinic is a place where you can embrace the challenge and autonomy of working remotely. Take a step back from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the vast landscapes and laid back lifestyle of this small country town, where you will quickly become part of the community you care for.  

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing / medical and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

• Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution!
• A unique opportunity to support this rural community whilst growing your skills and career!
• People focused role which allows you to give back to the community!
  
  

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

Take a look at what Cunnamulla and Thargomindah have to offer!

https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/town/cunnamulla/ & https://www.aussietowns.com.au/town/cunnamulla-qld

https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/town/Thargomindah/ & https://www.aussietowns.com.au/town/thargomindah-qld

For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• SW649719 RD Cmlla (PDF, 742KB)
  Role Description
  
  SW649719 RD Thargo (PDF, 742KB)
  Role Description
  
  info-for-applicants_SWHHS (PDF, 319KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  OO Kit for Applicants_SWHHS (PDF, 330KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SWHHS Area Map (PDF, 1.67MB)
  Information Package for Applicants