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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary   AHP-2  $88,255 - $102,240  p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time and part-time temporary positions available across the Mental Health Clinical Program, inclusive of roles in rehab, community and bedded services
• EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF A DYNAMIC SERVICE

About the Role

Have you been considering working in the mental health sector or seeking a change? Are you looking for opportunity to expand your experiences across either the community, rehabilitation or inpatient services? We have flexible opportunities in both our adult and older persons services within community, rehabilitation and acute teams. 

As a Mental Health Occupational Therapist within the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) Mental Health Clinical Program, you will play a key role in delivering recovery-focused occupational therapy services within adult or older persons' inpatient mental health settings. Working within a multidisciplinary team including other mental health occupational therapists, you will provide evidence-based assessments, consultations, individual and group interventions, and support discharge planning. Your expertise will help enhance outcomes for consumers and their families, contributing to a holistic approach to mental health recovery.

The available roles offer the opportunity to work with consumers presenting with a range of complex psychosocial and physical needs, working collaboratively with consumers, carers, and other professionals across the service and external organisations. You will apply your proficient mental health knowledge and skills to support the development of care plans, remove discharge barriers, and ensure a safe and supported admission and discharge. There are also opportunities to support occupational therapy student placements and provide professional supervision to AHP1 Occupational Therapists. Ongoing professional development, quality improvement initiatives, and professional supervision are provided, all aimed at achieving optimal consumer outcomes. Being part of a large health network also offers opportunities to explore the occupational therapy role across acute, rehabilitation and community-based services.

About You

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist with the following key qualities:

• Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Experience in comprehensive assessments, interventions, and therapeutic relationships, particularly with consumers facing complex needs.

• Clinical Skills: Competent in evidence-based assessments, individual/group interventions, and care planning. Ability to document clinical records accurately and manage workload effectively.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and build therapeutic relationships with consumers, carers, and community services.

• Leadership & Professional Development: Ability to supervise students and staff, while applying independent professional judgement. A commitment to ongoing development of clinical knowledge and the use of evidence-based practices.

Qualifications

See role descriptions 

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all. 

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN 

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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. 
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer 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, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. 
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

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

Job ref: 916589

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Application Closing Date 

11:55 pm Friday 7 November 2025

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

 916589 AHP2 Occupational Therapist.pdf

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