Western Community Mental Health Nurse CRS

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Woodville 
• Salary  RN-1  $77,824 - $106,187 p.a. + super + salary packaging 
• Salary  RN-2   $90,913 - $114,917 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full-time temporary up to 23/7/27

Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing

Join a passionate team in the Mental Health Services at Woodville within CALHN’s Mental Health Clinical Program (MHCP). Here you’ll help shape the future of mental health care through safe and connected world-class care, research and innovation.

• Be part of a connected, person-centred nursing community
• Commit to recovery-focused, trauma-informed and culturally safe care
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

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About the Role

RN-1   Join our Mental Health team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of consumers as you deliver compassionate, person-centred nursing care within a supportive practice environment. Working with guidance from, or access to, experienced Mental Health Nurses, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and individual case management, while supporting recovery through education, counselling and group work. You will build your clinical capability through experience and professional development, work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community organisations, and contribute to positive health and recovery outcomes for consumers.

RN-2  Join our Mental Health Clinical Program and bring your expertise, compassion and clinical leadership to a role where you can make a meaningful difference to consumer recovery. As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide comprehensive, person-centred nursing care and individual case management across a range of mental health settings, supporting consumers through education, counselling and group work. You will take accountability for your practice, guide and develop less experienced staff, and contribute to clinical teaching, research and improvement initiatives. With opportunities to support complex projects, develop portfolios aligned with your career goals and contribute to clinical protocols and service improvements, you will continue to grow your practice while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community organisations to achieve positive outcomes for consumers.

Qualifications

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Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required  
  •  947431 RD RN-1.pdf   
  •  947431 RD RN-2.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 13 September 2026

Job Ref: 947431

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position