• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Northern Mental Health Service – Salisbury
• Salary, plus 25% loading plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits:
  • $37.68 - $45.99 per hour – AHP1
  • $48.56 - $56.25 per hour – AHP2
• Casual, up to 5 April 2027

About the Role:

As a Social Worker within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) Mental Health Services, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to consumers accessing community-based mental health services. You will provide comprehensive assessment, intervention and care coordination to support recovery and optimise health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals, their families and carers.

At the AHP1 classification you will develop your clinical practice and professional capabilities while working under direct clinical supervision. You will:

• Deliver social work services within a mental health context, including assessment, care planning, intervention and discharge planning
• Apply developing knowledge and skills to support consumers with a range of mental health presentations
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary mental health teams to provide coordinated care
• Manage a caseload and respond to routine and some non-routine clinical situations with support
• Participate in professional development, quality improvement activities and service improvement initiatives

At the AHP2 classification, you will apply your clinical experience with greater autonomy to deliver high-quality, evidence-based social work services.

You will:

• Provide comprehensive assessments and interventions for consumers with more complex mental health needs
• Manage a caseload with reduced supervision, including non-routine and complex clinical presentations
• Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and professional judgement in a mental health setting
• Support and guide less experienced staff, students and allied health assistants
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, service development and quality improvement initiatives within mental health services

About You:

You are a compassionate and motivated Social Worker with a strong interest in mental health, committed to supporting consumers, families and carers through recovery-oriented practice.

You will bring:

• A recognised Social Work qualification with eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
• Demonstrated ability to undertake comprehensive psychosocial assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions within a mental health setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with consumers, carers, multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary mental health team and contribute to coordinated, consumer-centred care
• Effective time management and organisational skills, with the capacity to manage a clinical caseload in a dynamic service environment
• A commitment to continuous learning, professional development and quality improvement

In addition:

• AHP1 applicants will demonstrate emerging clinical capability and a willingness to learn and grow within a supported mental health environment
• AHP2 applicants will demonstrate more developed clinical experience, sound professional judgement, and the ability to manage more complex presentations with increasing autonomy while supporting others in the team

You will thrive in a fast-paced mental health service, where flexibility, resilience and a commitment to improving consumer outcomes are essential.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital – the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital – a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services – adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services – provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services – including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as a/an [POSITION TITLE] in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations

• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research

• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

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.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for vulnerable person-related employment screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 939555

Enquiries:

Mangaljit Johal

Acting Principal Social Worker

Phone: (08) 7485 4300

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

12 June 2026 – 11.55PM

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Northern Mental Health – Various Locations
• Salary: $30.01 - $32.28 per hour + 25% loading – ASO2
• Casual, up to 31 May 2027

About the Role:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking enthusiastic and committed Administrative Support Officers to join our casual pool within Northern Mental Health. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a service that plays a vital role in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our community.

As an Administration Support Officer, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that keeps the service running smoothly. Your work will directly support the delivery of high‑quality care by ensuring efficient, accurate and responsive administrative operations.

Stepping into the casual administrative relief pool means you’ll provide essential support across a variety of administrative roles. You will be rostered to help maintain seamless service coverage across the network.

In this role, you’ll manage key clerical tasks such as updating patient attendances, admissions, transfers and separations in our digital systems. You’ll apply strong administrative skills to support clinical teams, handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality, and contribute to the effective use of mental health resources. Your adaptability and reliability will be central to ensuring day‑to‑day operations run efficiently.

About You:

In this role you will bring a combination of practical skills and a positive, flexible mindset, including strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise under pressure; confident interpersonal and customer‑service abilities; adaptability, resilience and a proactive approach to change; effective problem‑solving and sound judgement; clear written and verbal communication, including professional phone etiquette; competence in numeracy, literacy and general clerical tasks; and proficiency with basic computing, Microsoft Office and standard office equipment.

If you’re ready to bring your energy, professionalism and adaptability to a role that truly makes a difference, we welcome your application.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if you 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.

Check(s):

• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 930328

Enquiries:

Victoria Hadland

A/Senior Administration Officer & Allied Health Facilitator

Phone: (08) 7485 4330

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

31 December 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

930328 - Administration Support Officer - Casual Pool - Northern Mental Health - ASO2 - role description.pdf

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

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury Hospital – Modbury
• Salary: $30.01 - $32.28 per hour + 25% leave loading plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – OPS2
• Casual, up to 2 February 2027

About the Role:

Join our Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit as a Rehabilitation Support Worker, supporting individuals, and their families, in their recovery and accomplishment of individual goals.

In this role, you will provide direct support to consumers experiencing mental health challenges, helping them develop skills for independent living and community participation. Our collaborative team environment focuses on person-centred care and recovery-oriented practice.

About You:

To succeed in this position, you’ll bring strong communication and interpersonal abilities that help you build genuine, positive relationships with our consumers. You’ll be confident managing your time and resources efficiently, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team.

We’re looking for someone who shows initiative, responds well to guidance, and adapts to the needs of a dynamic work environment. Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions is essential, along with the flexibility to work casual hours.

Join our team where your contribution matters, and help shape the future of mental health care. This casual position provides variety, professional growth, and the satisfaction of supporting recovery-focused outcomes.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

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.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 927298

Enquiries:

Gemma Ferraretto

Principal Occupational Therapist

Phone: (08) 7485 4300

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

22 January 2027 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

927298 - Rehabilitation Support Worker Casual Pool - Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit - OPS2 - role description.pdf

Careers in Mental Health page.

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

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• Casual (up to 31 December 2026)
• Base Salary Range:
  
  • Salary: $37.75 - $51.51 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | RN/M1
  • Salary: $32.28 - $37.75 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | ENC/END

Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a RN/M1 or ENC/END, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.

Join our Mental Health team, where your clinical skills, compassionate care, and professional development in recovery-oriented practice are supported and valued!

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You’ll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

Want to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN!

FUNLHN Information Page.pdf

Service:

Integrated Mental Health Inpatient Unit (Whyalla)

Whyalla Hospital is one of three SA regional hospitals that has an Integrated Mental Health Inpatient Unit (IMHIU). The IMHIU features six single bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a comfortably furnished dining and lounge area, making the environment as welcoming and home-like as possible. The service includes a full-time psychiatrist, which brings benefits to all mental health consumers in the region. To find out more about the Integrated Mental Health Inpatient Unit

About Whyalla.pdf

About the Role:

As a Registered Nurse within the Local Health Network Mental Health service, you will deliver comprehensive, evidence-based, recovery-focused care across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings. You will engage in individual and family therapies, group programs, health promotion, and community development initiatives, supporting the well-being of consumers and their families. This role offers opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression from novice to proficient practitioner, with accountability for nursing standards, delegated care, and making a meaningful impact on consumer outcomes.

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will provide essential support in the delivery of evidence-based, recovery-oriented mental health services. Working under the guidance of experienced clinicians, you will contribute to integrated care across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings. You will remain accountable for your actions and ensure high-quality care for consumers, while developing your skills and confidence in mental health nursing practice.

About You:

RN/M1

• Must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Be enrolled and/or willing to enrol in further postgraduate studies within Mental Health practice.
• Demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing practice in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
• Experience working with Aboriginal consumers.

ENC/END

• Must be enrolled or eligible for enrolment as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate
• Experience, within the boundaries of education and skill preparation, in the provision of nursing care in the mental healthcare setting in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
• Experience working with Aboriginal consumers.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
• 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.
• Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 924288

Want To Know More? Contact:

Marion Hall - , ,

Application Closing Date: Thursday 31st December 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments:

924288 RN/M1 Role Description.pdf

JCS+RegisteredNurse+final.pdf

924288 ENC/END Role Description.pdf

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