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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Mental Health Services, Various Locations
• Salary  ENC/END  $63,992 - $74,831 p.a.  (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time and part-time positions

About the Role

As a Mental Health Enrolled Nurse (MHEN), you’ll play a vital role in providing compassionate, person-centred care that supports individuals on their journey to recovery. Working closely with Registered Nurses and a multidisciplinary team, you’ll contribute to the delivery of high-quality mental health services within a supportive and collaborative environment. Your care will reflect the values of SA Health and align with national mental health standards, ensuring every consumer receives safe, respectful and empowering support.

In this rewarding position, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference every day—offering education, counselling and group work that promote wellbeing and independence. You’ll work under the guidance of experienced professionals while retaining accountability for your practice, developing your skills from novice to proficient levels. If you’re passionate about helping others achieve their best possible mental health and thrive in a team that values empathy, integrity and growth, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You’re a compassionate and motivated Enrolled Mental Health Nurse who brings clinical skill, professionalism and a genuine commitment to supporting consumer recovery and wellbeing. You thrive in a team environment and take pride in delivering person-centred care that reflects SA Health’s values.

• Qualified and registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, holding (or eligible for) a current practising certificate

• Skilled and capable in mental health nursing practice, including assessment, care planning, and therapeutic interventions

• Collaborative and compassionate—able to work effectively with consumers, carers, and multidisciplinary teams

• Knowledgeable and reflective, with understanding of recovery frameworks, professional standards, and mental health policies

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 Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• 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.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

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: 918510

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Thursday 30 April 2026

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

 918510 RD Central Resource Bank Ongoing, Enrolled Mental Health Nurse.pdf

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