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• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Community Mental Health Team, Port Lincoln
• Salary:  RN/M2C $87,416 - $110,497 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + leave loading 
• Multiple Permanent Full-Time positions available
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

Build your nursing portfolio and become part of the Eyre Mental Health Team.

Overview

Are you an experienced registered nurse with a passion for mental health? We’re seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Clinicians to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most while further developing your career in a supportive environment.

By joining the Community Mental Health Team, you will have the opportunity to plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive and integrated range of mental health services appropriate to the needs of consumers in the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN). 

EFNLHN embraces strength-based approaches and the principles of positive psychology and aims to be a flourishing mental health service that impacts meaningfully and positively on the community it serves.  

This position is based in Port Lincoln, within the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network. Port Lincoln offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with access to stunning beaches, fresh local seafood, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. It is an ideal location for those seeking a balanced lifestyle while making a meaningful impact in regional healthcare.

What we're looking for:

• For appointment to the RN2 level, you will be registered as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold a current practising certificate along with a qualification in Mental Health practice
• Demonstrating a commitment to providing consumer and family centred care within an evidence-based, recovery-orientated framework, you will be creative, innovative and flexible when approaching issues within a mental health setting. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other relevant software.

More information about the position, responsibilities and qualifications required, can be found in the Role Description below.

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy.  We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.

Why Join Us

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North 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.
• Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, leave loading and allowances), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

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.

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 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.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 925093

Enquiries

Sally Dennis
EA to Director Mental Health & Director Corporate
Phone: (08) 7669 1343
E-mail: sally.dennis@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

9 January 2026 - 11:55PM

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

Attachments

 925093 - RN2C - Clinical Nurse - Mental Health - Pt Lincoln - Role Description.pdf

 JCS+RN+Mental+Health+final.pdf

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