Job no:
******
Work type:
Full time
Location:
Adelaide CBD, Adelaide Metro Western
Categories:
Mental Health, Nursing/Midwifery
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) – Western Community Mental Health Nurse
Western Community Mental Health, Woodville SA ****
Community Recovery Services - West Team
Monday to Friday
RN/M2C Clinical Nurse: $90,913 to $114,917 p.a. + super + salary packaging
RN/M1 Registered Nurse: $77,824 to $106,187 p.a. + super + salary packaging
Full Time, Ongoing position
Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing
Join the Western Community Mental Health team within CALHN's Mental Health Clinical Program.
Help people work towards recovery through safe, connected and person-centred care in the community.
Be part of a connected, person-centred nursing community
Deliver recovery-focused, trauma-informed and culturally safe care
Collaborate with consumers, carers and multidisciplinary teams
Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day
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About the Role
As a Mental Health Nurse, you will provide comprehensive care and individual case management to people with mental health needs.
Work alongside consumers, carers, other health professionals and community organisations to support recovery.
At RN2 level, you will also guide less experienced nurses and contribute to practice development.
Assess mental health needs and plan, deliver and review care
Provide therapeutic interventions, education and counselling
Support consumers and carers to take part in care decisions
Work with health services and community organisations
At RN2 level, mentor staff and help improve clinical practice
About You
To be successful in this role you will:
Hold current NMBA registration and a practising certificate
Bring mental health nursing skills and sound clinical judgement
Communicate well with consumers, carers and colleagues




Plan and evaluate care with a focus on recovery
Meet the qualification requirements for your RN level
Why You'll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a excellent career is about more than just the work you do, it's also about the support you receive.
At CALHN,
you'll enjoy:
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
Work together
– strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
Professional development –
build your skills with CALHN support
Balance work and life –
access flexible options where available
Support your wellbeing –
leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
Feel supported
– confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and 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
RN1 applicants must hold a recognised mental health nursing qualification or be working towards one.
RN2 applicants must hold a mental health nursing qualification equivalent to a Graduate Diploma.
Please refer to the relevant role description for all essential requirements.
****** - RD for Western Community Mental Health Clinical Nurse.pdf ****** - RD for Western Community Registered Mental Health Nurse.pdf
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Curious about this role?
Contact Denise Smith, Nurse Manager
P: ************
E: ******
Applications close: Thursday 22nd of October ****
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