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• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Integrated Mental Health Team, Mount Gambier
• Salary
  • AHP3   $104,180 to $111,746 p.a.  + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
  • RN/M3 $125,183 to $130,779 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent Full time position
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

**New 6-Bed Mental Health Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Service!**

Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a RN/M3 or AHP3, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.

About the Role

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is excited to announce the opening of a new 6-bed Mental Health Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Service (MHSARS). We are seeking an experienced and passionate Team Leader to coordinate and lead this new service, providing pivotal clinical and operational leadership within our multidisciplinary team.

In this position, you will manage and inspire your local mental health team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. You will work closely with both government and non-government service providers to ensure continuity and quality of care, making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.

You will be accountable for your practice standards and the development of less experienced staff, guiding them in accordance with the National Mental Health Policy and the Standards for Mental Health Services. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering high-quality consumer care, addressing any inconsistencies between practice and policy, and cultivating a positive work environment that prioritises consumer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, recovery-oriented care for consumers within the new 6-bed unit.

• Line management, supervision, and mentorship of staff, ensuring a positive work culture and high standards of practice.

• Collaborate with consumers, carers, lived experience workforce, and a range of government and non-government service providers to achieve continuity and quality of care.

• Develop and implement clinical protocols, care planning, and service redesign in line with the LCLHN Mental Health Model of Care.

• Manage service demand, workload allocation, and discharge planning.

• Ensure compliance with National Mental Health Policy, Standards for Mental Health Services, and LCLHN’s Vision and Values.

• Support professional development and supervision of staff and students.

• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, and clinical governance activities.

See role description for qualifications.

Why Join Us?  

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the south-eastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) 
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 

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.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 909086

Enquiries

Application Closing Date

18 July 2025 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

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

Attachments

 909086 - LCLHN Role Description AHP3 Team Leader.pdf

 909086 - Role Description RN3 Nurse Unit Manager.pdf

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