Mental Health Clinician

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta
• Full Time | Temporary (up to 5 June 2026)
• Base Salary Range:
• $87,416 - $110,497 p.a | RN/M2C
• $74,831 - $102,103 p.a | RN/M1
• $71,217 - $106,330 p.a | AHP1/2
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging). The classification RN/M may also be eligible for Zone Allowance and once off Incidental Payment (conditions apply), and Professional Development Allowance.

Join our Mental Health team and make a lasting impact on the wellbeing of our community through your expertise, compassion, and clinical care

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.

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region.

You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

Want to discover more: Port Augusta Hospital and Regional Health Service

FUNLHN Information

Site and Service:

Community Mental Health Team

The Community Mental Health Teams are located at both Port Augusta and Whyalla, providing specialised one-to-one counselling, group work, care coordination and health promotional activities to promote mental, emotional, physical, and social health and wellbeing.

About Port

Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2024. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

AHP Support and Training:

• Supervision – as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision Framework
• Access to Professional Development funding
• Support with transitioning into professional practice (AHP1) – through the Mental Health Allied Health Professional Practice Program
• Scholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU Australia
• Access to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners
• Links with Rural and Remote Mental Health Services – for useful resources and professional support and/or Clinical Governance

About the Role:

As a Clinical Nurse (RN/M2C), you will deliver essential mental health nursing services across a variety of settings, progressing from a competent to a proficient practitioner. You'll be accountable for your practice standards while providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.

The Registered Nurse (RN/M1) plays a key role in delivering comprehensive, evidence-based, recovery-oriented mental health services that meet the needs of consumers and the community. You will enhance your skills through continuous professional development while providing integrated care across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings.

The Allied Health Professionals (AHP1/2), Psychologistsand Social Workers, apply their clinical expertise and specialized knowledge to deliver a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of consumers, their careers, and families. Each professional utilizes a combination of preventative, early intervention, therapeutic, and evaluative approaches, including evidence-based assessments, individual and family therapies, group programs, and community development initiatives.

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About You:

RN/M2C

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Must hold a relevant postgraduate qualification in Mental Health practice.

RN/M1

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
• Be enrolled and/or willing to enrol in further postgraduate studies within Mental Health practice.

AHP1/2

Psychologist

• AHP1: Must hold a recognised four-year qualification within the Psychology profession and be eligible to hold provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. For the duration of employment, the Provisional Psychologist must work toward full registration under an arrangement approved by the Board, such as a Clinical Master's degree or a Psychology Internship and must comply with all Psychology Board requirements including those relating to clinical supervision and restrictions on practice.
• AHP2: Must hold general registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Clinical endorsement with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or eligible and willing to participate in AHPRA Clinical Psychology Registrar Program is desirable.

Social Worker

• Must hold a recognised qualification within the Social Work profession and be eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Must have participated on ongoing professional development in line with AASW guidelines.

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

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• 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 and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• 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: 921088

Want To Know More?Contact:

Jessica Dendunnen - Team Leader, ,

Application Closing Date: Thursday 4th December PM

Attachments:

921088 RN/M2C Role

921088 RN/M1 Role

921088 AHP1 Psychologist Role

921088 AHP2 Psychologist Role

921088 AHP1 Social Worker Role

921088 AHP2 Social Worker Role

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