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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – Rehabilitation Support Worker

• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville SA 5011
• OPS2 – $66,441 to $69,504 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full Time – Permanent

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research and innovation. As the largest health network in South Australia, CALHN plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare. 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.

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.

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

About the Role

Join the 24-Bed Inpatient Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit as a Rehabilitation Support Worker and help consumers build skills, independence and confidence for life in the community. You’ll provide practical, recovery-focused support while working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team.

• Support consumers with daily tasks and individual recovery goals
• Build independence, life skills and community connections
• Deliver practical psychosocial rehabilitation support
• Work with clinical teams to support individual care plans
• Partner with families, carers and community service providers
• Adapt support to each consumer’s needs, strengths and capacity

About You

You’re a collaborative and compassionate support worker who understands recovery-focused mental health care and can build respectful relationships with consumers, families and services.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold or be completing a Certificate IV in Mental Health
• Or study an undergraduate course in a relevant health discipline
• Bring experience supporting mental health consumers and recovery
• Communicate effectively with consumers, teams and stakeholders
• Show initiative, teamwork and sound computer and data entry skills

Why You’ll Love It Here – CALHN benefits that matter

A great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and 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  950792 - RD for Rehabilitation Support Worker.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description

Curious about this role?

Connect with Georgia Wright, Team Manager – TQEH MHRU

P: 08 7101 4820
E: Georgia.Wright@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, 2 October 2026.

Job Ref: 950792

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information.

Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply – we’ve got this covered.