Overview

  • Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, Mental Health, Port Augusta 
  • Salary
    • $84,870 – $107,279 p.a – Ongoing Full Time – RN/M2C
    • $72,651 – $99,129 p.a – Ongoing Full Time – RN/M1
    • $67,466 – $100,279 p.a – Ongoing Full Time – AHP1/2

Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a RN/M2C, RN/M1 or AHP1/2, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience. 

The Role
As a Clinical Nurse (RN/M2C), deliver expert mental health care across diverse settings, advancing from skilled to proficient with your experience and studies. Take ownership of your practice, oversee delegated tasks, and mentor emerging staff. While your role remains hands-on, you’ll also manage tailored portfolios aligned with your career growth and development plan.

As a Registered Nurse (RN/M1), you’ll deliver cutting-edge, recovery-focused mental health services across diverse settings. Advance your skills from novice to expert through ongoing professional growth, while managing therapeutic approaches, group programs, and community initiatives. Take charge of your practice and make a real impact on mental health care.

Join our Local Health Network Mental Health service and make a difference as a (AHP1/2) Social Worker, Psychologist or Occupational Therapist. Use your expertise to plan, implement, and evaluate integrated, comprehensive services tailored to the needs of our community. Whether you’re delivering targeted interventions or holistic care, your clinical skills will drive impactful outcomes for consumers and their families.

Please refer to the job pack below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities and qualifications.

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, learn more about what salary packaging is.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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.

The Region
When you join our dynamic workforce, you will escape the hustle and bustle of city life and be able to take advantage of the endless possibilities for adventure relaxation, recreation and sightseeing. In The Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you can experience cultural diversity, outback locations and regional city conveniences, whilst working in innovative roles to improve the community’s health outcomes and wellbeing.

Come and Discover FUNLHN!

FUNLHN Information Page.pdf

Port Augusta is located 3 hours drive north of Adelaide at the top of the Spencer Gulf. Often known as the “Crossroads of Australia”, the junction of 3 major highways. A good-sized country town with real estate opportunities, plenty of shopping facilities, outdoor activities, local cinemas and many eateries. Walking trails, fishing opportunities, natural wonders and heritage sites to explore.

About Port Augusta.pdf

For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

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

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 876759

Enquiries
Jessica Dendunnen
Team Leader
Phone: 8668 7800
E-mail: Jessica.dendunnen@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date
Tuesday 3rd September 2024 – 11.55PM

For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 876759

Closing Date for Applications: 3 September 2024
Name of Contact Person: Jessica Dendunnen
Telephone Number of Contact Person: 8668 7800
Jessica.dendunnen@sa.gov.au