Mental Health Clinician

**SA Health**
**Job reference**: 876541
**Location**: 5253 - MURRAY BRIDGE
**Job status**: Long Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone
- **Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Community Health**:

- **location based in Murray Bridge**:

- **Salary**:

- **$84,870 - $107,729 p.a - RN/M2C**:

- **$88,255 - $102,240 p.a - AHP2**
- **Temporary Full Time Contract (up to 4 September 2026)**
- Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either a RN/M2C or AHP2, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience._

**Join our dedicated team and make a difference in mental health care**

We are looking for a passionate Mental Health Clinician to join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team and deliver exceptional care across diverse health settings. Whether you're a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker, you'll play a key role in providing holistic, person-centred care that makes a real impact on the lives of individuals, families, and the wider community.

**About the Role**

**Essential Criteria**

Applicants will need:

- **For Registered Nurses (RN/M2C)**
- Registered or eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, with a current practicing certificate.
- Must hold a relevant postgraduate qualification in Mental Health practice. At least 3 years of full-time equivalent, post-registration mental health experience.- **For Occupational Therapists (AHP2)** Must hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and be eligible for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
- **For Rural Generalist Social Workers (AHP2)**:

- Must hold a recognised qualification in Social Work and be eligible for practicing membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Participation in the AASW Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accreditation program is desirable.

**About RMCLHN**

Nestled along the scenic Murray River, Murray Bridge offers a vibrant blend of natural beauty and community charm. With its stunning riverside views, rich local history, and an array of outdoor activities—from boating and fishing to exploring lush parks—Murray Bridge provides a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle. This welcoming town also features a growing cultural scene and family-friendly amenities, making it an ideal place to enjoy a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

About Murray Bridge Factsheet.pdf

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.
- We will provide support, both personally and professionally
- Give you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role
- Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments
- Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety
- Offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
- Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

Join RMCLHN's Allied Health Team

About Riverland Mallee Coorong Factsheet.pdf

**Applicant Information**

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.
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
- 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: 876541.**

**Enquiries**

Penny Kidd
Team Leader
Phone: 0455 095 840

**Application Closing Date**

22 November 2024 - 11.55PM

**Attachments**

876541 RN2 Clinical Nurse Role Description.pdf

876541 AHP2 Mental Health Occupational Therapist Role Description.pdf

876541 AHP2 Social Worker Role Description.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines

**Flexibility Statement**
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.