
Occupational Therapist
2 weeks ago
Occupational Therapist - James Nash House
Job no: 912388
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Mental Health
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Forensic Mental Health Service – Oakden
- Salary: $91,785 - $106,330 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP2
- Temporary Full-Time, up to 10 July 2026
About the Role:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking passionate Occupational Therapists to join our Forensic Mental Health Service.
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.
Working within our forensic mental health setting, you'll provide specialist occupational therapy services to clients with complex mental health needs. Your expertise will contribute to comprehensive treatment plans, focusing on rehabilitation, recovery and community reintegration. This challenging yet rewarding environment offers diverse clinical experiences that will enhance your professional skills.
You'll work alongside a multi-disciplinary team contributing to innovative treatment approaches. Your role will involve conducting assessments, developing intervention strategies and supporting clients' journey towards independence and wellness.
To be eligible for this position, you must hold an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
About You:
Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.
Apply now and become part of our dynamic healthcare team.
About Us:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.
At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.
Benefits of working at NALHN:
From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you'll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.
Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.
NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.
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.
Check(s):
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Check (National Police Certificate)for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission . See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.
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.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 912388
Enquiries:
Principal Occupational Therapist
Phone: 0410 049 288
E-mail: suzzanne.porcaro@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date:
17 October 2025 – 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
912388 - Occupational Therapist - James Nash House (Multiple Positions) - AHP2 - role description.pdf
For more information about Mental Health Allied Health at NALHN visit our Mental Health Allied Health page.
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
Advertised: 03 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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