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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services - Woodville 
• Salary  RN-2    $90,913 - $114,917 p.a.  (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Salary  AHP-3  $108,347 - $116,216 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• temporary up to 31/1/27 and part-time working 22.5 hours per week 

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

About the Role

AHP-3  Join our compassionate team as a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician, where you will provide assessment, treatment and support to women identified as at risk of, or experiencing, mental health challenges during the postnatal period. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference by promoting early intervention, prevention and tailored care for new mothers, helping them navigate the unique challenges of early parenthood with confidence and support. The role provides a specialist mental health service to mothers and infants in a flexible community setting. You will be encouraged to continue developing your practice from competent to proficient, guide and mentor less experienced staff, and engage in clinical teaching, research or MHCP-wide projects aligned with your professional growth. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners, you will help shape best-practice care in line with National Mental Health Policy and SA Health values, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support.

RN-2  Join our dedicated team as a Clinical Nurse, where you will deliver expert mental health nursing care within the Western perinatal service. This role offers the opportunity to support new mothers and their infants through direct care, individual case management, education, counselling and group programs, while contributing to their recovery and wellbeing. You will be encouraged to continue developing your practice from competent to proficient, guide and mentor less experienced staff, and engage in clinical teaching, research or MHCP-wide projects aligned with your professional growth. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners, you will help shape best-practice care in line with National Mental Health Policy and SA Health values, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support.

Qualifications

RN-2 

• Registered as a Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia and holds a current practising certificate.
• Hold a qualification in mental health nursing equivalent to a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing.

AHP-3

• Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification and general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with an endorsed area of Practice in Clinical Psychology, or
• Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or
• Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

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
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• 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    931521 RD RN-2.pdf   931521 RD AHP-3.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, 5 April 2026

Job Ref:  931521

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