Careers
Current Opportunities
Get MORE out of life with a career at ECH.
Current Opportunities
- Multiple opportunities I Full time & Part time
- Various locations across metropolitan South Australia
About ECH
At ECH, we take pride in our work, our teamwork, and the positive impact we make on people’s lives. We believe our people drive our success, and how we work together is just as important as what we achieve. By embracing technology and flexible working, we create a better balance between work and life.
We’re always looking for ways to improve the lives of older South Australians. To do this, we invest in our people. Everyone has the chance to grow, learn, and advance their career at ECH. We also value and celebrate diversity, recognising the strength it brings through different ideas, experiences, and perspectives.
About the Opportunity
A Home Support Team Member (HSTM) empowers older adults to live independently in their homes while maintaining their dignity and lifestyle. Working one-on-one with clients, HSTMs provide the personalised care and support that makes this independence possible.
Each day brings opportunities to make a meaningful difference – whether preparing meals, assisting with personal care, helping with household tasks, or simply being a friendly companion. HSTMs also play a crucial role in coordinating medical support, from medication reminders to arranging transportation for appointments.
As trusted partners in their clients’ wellbeing, HSTMs carefully observe and document any changes in physical health, cognitive function, or social engagement. This monitoring ensures that any concerns are addressed promptly through proper channels. By fostering genuine, respectful relationships, HSTMs help their clients maintain control over their daily lives while accessing the support they need to thrive at home.
About You
Your genuine desire to enhance the lives of older adults drives your commitment to helping them maintain their independence at home. You have a natural ability to connect with people, and you communicate with warmth and patience, adapting your approach to each client’s unique personality and needs.
Your keen attention to detail and efficient time management ensures clients receive reliable, consistent support while remaining flexible to accommodate changing circumstances.
You recognise both the practical and emotional aspects of supporting older adults. You balance physical safety and wellbeing with emotional support, all while maintaining strict workplace health and safety standards. Your empathetic nature and professional expertise make you a trusted presence in your clients’ lives.
Essential Criteria
- Driver’s licence
- Reliable vehicle
- National Police Check
- Certificate III in Individual Support / Aged Care or equivalent
- First Aid, CPR and Manual Handling
Some Perks for You
As the HSTM you will work with a supportive and agile team that values the growth and development of its people. ECH work with its employees to foster growth and provide opportunities that align to your own professional career goals.
As part of a not-for-profit organisation, you can enjoy salary packaging benefits of up to $18,549 per year to reduce your taxable income.
Be MORE at ECH! We’re passionate about supporting our people as much as our clients and residents. Enjoy wellbeing programs, an environment that creates meaningful connections and opportunities to grow your skills and career all topped off with competitive benefits. Ready to be part of something special? Join us and help older South Australians get MORE out of Life!
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and will move quickly to secure the right candidate. Should you be interested in a confidential discussion, you can connect in with Mellisa Bennetts, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner on [email protected]
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those living with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, part of the LGBTI community, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.
In submitting your application, you agree to our ECH Recruitment Process Terms and Conditions
About the Opportunity
We have an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional to oversee the maintenance and enhancement of property grounds while leading a team of up to three grounds-persons in creating vibrant, well-maintained environments that directly improve residents’ quality of life.
This multifaceted leadership role involves reviewing maintenance schedules, coordinating landscaping projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering a collaborative team environment that drives efficiency and excellence in all grounds-related operations.
Beyond day-to-day maintenance responsibilities, this position offers the chance to participate in strategic landscaping initiatives, implement innovative solutions, and contribute meaningfully to a community where residents truly “Get MORE.”
About You
You are an experienced professional who combines exceptional horticultural expertise with natural leadership abilities, capable of inspiring a team while maintaining meticulous attention to landscape aesthetics and resident satisfaction.
You will have comprehensive knowledge of groundskeeping practices and equipment maintenance, complemented by strong project management skills that enable you to organise complex maintenance schedules and landscaping initiatives with precision and foresight.
You will excel in both independent decision-making and collaborative team environments, demonstrating versatility in adapting to changing priorities while consistently upholding the highest standards of ground maintenance and safety protocols.
Essential Criteria
- Driver’s licence
- National Police Check
- First Aid
Desirable
- Certificate or diploma in horticulture, landscaping, a related field
- Minimum of 5-years in grounds or landscaping, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leader role.
Some Perks for You
Be MORE at ECH! We’re passionate about supporting our people as much as our clients and residents. Enjoy wellbeing programs, an environment that creates meaningful connections and opportunities to grow your skills and career all topped off with competitive benefits. Ready to be part of something special? Join us and help older South Australians get MORE out of Life!
Applications close: Friday 8th August 2025
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and will move quickly to secure the right candidate. Should you be interested in a confidential discussion, you can connect in with Mellisa Bennetts, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner on [email protected]
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those living with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, part of the LGBTI community, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.
- Develop targeted care strategies that maximize their independence and quality of life
- Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment
- Creative and flexible treatment approaches tailored to individual client needs.
About ECH
At ECH, we take pride in our work, our teamwork, and the positive impact we make on people’s lives. We believe our people drive our success, and how we work together is just as important as what we achieve. By embracing technology and flexible working, we create a better balance between work and life.
We’re always looking for ways to improve the lives of older South Australians. To do this, we invest in our people. Everyone has the chance to grow, learn, and advance their career at ECH. We also value and celebrate diversity, recognising the strength it brings through different ideas, experiences, and perspectives.
About the Opportunity
The Occupational Therapist serves as a vital member of ECH’s multidisciplinary team, conducting comprehensive assessments and care planning, to determine individuals’ capabilities and develop targeted care strategies that maximize independence and quality of life.
This role encompasses delivering a diverse range of one-on-one interventions, including health behaviour change counselling, home environment assessments, equipment recommendations and home modifications to enhance client safety and independence within their chosen living environments.
About You
The ideal Occupational Therapist is a compassionate and empathetic professional who combines strong clinical expertise with exceptional communication skills, enabling them to effectively advocate for clients and deliver individual treatment programs.
You will have meticulous attention to detail in maintaining accurate documentation and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement, while possessing the understanding and patience required to work sensitively with older adults and their families.
Essential
- Registration and or accreditation with the appropriate professional board or association.
- National Police check
- Driver’s licence
Some Perks for You
Be MORE at ECH! We’re passionate about supporting our people as much as our clients and residents. Enjoy wellbeing programs, an environment that creates meaningful connections and opportunities to grow your skills and career all topped off with competitive benefits. Ready to be part of something special? Join us and help older South Australians get MORE out of Life!
As part of a not-for-profit organisation, you can enjoy salary packaging benefits of up to $18,549 per year to reduce your taxable income.
Applications close: Friday 8th August 2025
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and will move quickly to secure the right candidate. Should you be interested in a confidential discussion, you can connect in with Mellisa Bennetts, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner on [email protected]
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those living with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, part of the LGBTI community, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.
In submitting your application, you agree to our ECH Recruitment Process Terms and Conditions
- Lead a centre-based respite service that directly improves the quality of life for clients
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilising cutting-edge approaches in cognitive impairment
- Comprehensive Leadership, promoting development & professional growth
About ECH
At ECH, we’re proud of what we do, how we work together and the impact that we have on people’s lives. We believe that our people drive our success and how we work together is as important as what we deliver. We are integrating work and life and embrace technology and new ways of working to support a new level of flexibility for our people.
We’re always in search of new ways to improve the lives of older South Australians. To achieve this, we grow our people. Everyone has the opportunity to grow, develop and build their career with ECH and to take part in continuous learning, because we know it makes us better. We also seek out and celebrate diversity in all its forms and tap into the richness of ideas, experiences and perspectives that it brings.
About the Opportunity
The Social Programs Team Leader leads and manages a centre-based respite service that provides quality care and support for ageing clients some living with stages of cognitive impairment.
This role involves comprehensive day program operations, encompassing the facilitation of client intake and admissions, assessment and care planning that addresses individual client needs and preferences with a focus on enablement and meaningful participation.
With strong team leadership capabilities, you will guide staff development, manage referral pathways with both internal and external stakeholders, and maintain operational standards while driving continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service outcomes.
About You
You will possess mature leadership and management skills with demonstrated experience in supervising teams and coordinating complex operational activities within healthcare or aged care environments.
You will have comprehensive experience and understanding of person-centred care principles and behavioural management techniques within dementia care and cognitive impairment across the aged-care or disability sectors.
Additionally, you will demonstrate specialised knowledge of assessment processes, care planning, and therapeutic interventions that promote enablement and meaningful participation for our clients.
Essential Criteria:
- Diploma in Nursing, Aged Care, Disability or Community Services.
- Minimum 2 years in Aged Care, specifically in Dementia Care.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in leading teams
- Senior First Aid Certificate & CPR
- National Police Clearance
- SA Drivers Licence
Desirable:
- Qualifications in leadership or management
Some Perks for You
As part of a not-for-profit organisation, you will be able to salary package up to $18,549 per year to reduce your tax.
You will be provided with full training and support including all equipment that is required to succeed in this role.
If you need more reasons to join ECH, have a look through our website to see the amazing ways in which we support ageing South Australians.
Applications close: Monday 11th August 2025
Please note we will be reviewing applicants as they come in and will act quickly to secure the right person. Should you be interested in discussing this role further, please reach out to Mellisa Bennetts, Senior Talent Business Partner, 0413 308 562 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those living with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, part of the LGBTI community, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.
In submitting your application, you agree to our ECH Recruitment Process Terms and Conditions
- 12 Month Maternity leave contract I Full time fix term
- Based at ECH College Grove Walkerville
- Diverse Work Environment I Multidisciplinary team I Goal-driven rehabilitation
About ECH
At ECH, we take pride in our work, our teamwork, and the positive impact we make on people’s lives. We believe our people drive our success, and how we work together is just as important as what we achieve. By embracing technology and flexible working, we create a better balance between work and life.
We’re always looking for ways to improve the lives of older South Australians. To do this, we invest in our people. Everyone has the chance to grow, learn, and advance their career at ECH. We also value and celebrate diversity, recognising the strength it brings through different ideas, experiences, and perspectives.
About the Opportunity
As a Physiotherapist within our multidisciplinary team, you will work one-on-one with clients to build strength, restore mobility, reduce pain, promote independence, and improve quality of life, allowing our clients to get MORE out of life. This position is based at Walkerville, additionally you will be required to conduct assessments through scheduled home visits.
This role has a high satisfaction rate as you work with our clients to keep them engaging in the activities they love to do with your thoughtful, dedicated care and professional knowledge. You will work with clients to provide clinical assessments, education, and treatment to achieve individual client goals through their personalised goal-driven rehabilitation program.
About You
You have a demonstrated understanding of the physical, emotional, and cultural needs of older people, including individuals living with Dementia.
Have a demonstrated genuine commitment to helping the aged community maintain and maximise independence and quality of life.
You own your work and take responsibility for your own actions, learn from mistakes and proactively seek opportunities to contribute, innovate and solve problems.
You are kind, even when a bit stressed out, dynamic and energetic. You are also flexible and adaptable to change.
You are passionate about caring for people in the community and will contribute your ideas and hard work to make ECH better every day.
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (or equivalent
- AHPRA registration
- National Police check
- Driver’s licence
Some Perks for You
As part of a not-for-profit organisation, you will be able to salary package up to $18,549 per year to reduce your tax.
Be MORE at ECH! We’re passionate about supporting our people as much as our clients and residents. Enjoy wellbeing programs, an environment that creates meaningful connections and opportunities to grow your skills and career all topped off with competitive benefits. Ready to be part of something special? Join us and help older South Australians get MORE out of Life!
Applications close: Friday 22nd August 2025
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and will move quickly to secure the right candidate. Should you be interested in a confidential discussion, you can connect in with Mellisa Bennetts, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner on 0413 308 562 or [email protected]
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those living with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, part of the LGBTI community, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.
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