Regional Service Support Officer

There to care. Here for good.
Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You don’t and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do.
We’ve been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That’s a long journey, and we’re proud of our stability and strength.
Now, we’re on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team.
Here, every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you.
Join us as a Regional Service Support Officer and be there to care.
A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you.
Based in Port Pirie, as our invaluable Regional Service Support Officer, you responsible for providing administration support to external and internal clients, staff and volunteers of Regional Home Care Services.
You’ll also make an impact by:

• Delivering exceptional customer service to clients, their families and advocates
• Establishing and maintaining effective community networks with key stakeholders
• Providing guidance and support to service delivery staff and volunteers providing services to clients

What you’ll bring
To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to create and maintain a positive team environment
• Demonstrated skills and experience in the use of Microsoft Office products
• Well-developed interpersonal and written skills with the ability to communicate with a culturally diverse range of people
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritise work
• Previous experience in a reception or data entry role
• Have a valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following:

• Post-secondary school qualifications in office administration or relevant experience
• Experience in working with a management group to plan the efficient use of resources to provide high quality community services
• Experience in the aged care sector

Please click the link below to view the position description:
Why Helping Hand?
We get it - a role in aged care is more than just money. You don’t do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters - and at Helping Hand, you matter, too.
We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you’ll love about working with us:

• We are who you are

Here’s the thing. When good people come together, amazing things happen. At Helping Hand, you’ll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength. They’ve been in your shoes - and they’ll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.

• We are where you are

As our Regional Service Support Officer you’ll know you’re contributing directly to a community you care about. And you’ll see your impact on the faces of the people you’re supporting.

• We care how you are

In any job, how well you feel affects how well you work. And we take that very seriously. ​​We want you to feel as secure as you can. So, we’re proud that our people say they value the stability that comes with working for a well-established, growing organisation like us.
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance, plus our Employee Assistance Program
• Get active with our Fitness Passport Program and enjoy discounted gym memberships for you and your family
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Are you ready to lend a helping hand?
Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.
We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and conducting interviews accordingly.
Apply online today, or to find out more please contact Narelle Higginbottom on 0408313975.
Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.
Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.
Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high-risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.