Mental Health Clinician

SA Health; Clare; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional incentives

Salary sacrifice options

Superannuation

Job summary

SA Health in Clare is recruiting for a full‑time Mental Health role within the Clare Community Mental Health Team. The position involves recovery‑focused assessment, care coordination and therapeutic interventions for consumers with complex needs across rural communities.

Applications are encouraged from qualified Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Psychologists. The contract runs to 30 June 2027 with potential incentives and salary sacrifice options available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker or Psychologist
• Experience in community mental health desirable
• Sound clinical judgement and effective communication
• Commitment to person‑centred, culturally responsive care

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery‑focused assessment, care coordination and therapeutic interventions for consumers with complex mental health needs
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team across rural and regional communities
• Contribute to planning and delivering culturally appropriate care

Skills

Effective communication

Clinical judgement

Person-centred care

Culturally responsive care

Job description

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Clare Salary: AHP2 - $94,997 to $110,052 p.a.* | RN/M2C - $92,731 to $117,215 p.a. + super + salary sacrifice Packaging Employment Full Time - Short Term Contract (temporary up to 30 June 2027) Eligibility: Open to Everyone * Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement. (Allied Health position only)

Overview

This is a full-time, short-term opportunity based within the Clare Community Mental Health Team. The position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within an experienced multidisciplinary team, providing recovery-focused assessment, care coordination and therapeutic interventions to consumers with complex mental health needs across rural and regional communities. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Psychologists who demonstrate sound clinical judgement, effective communication and a commitment to person-centred, culturally responsive care. Experience in community mental health is desirable. The contract is available until 30 June 2027.

About Us

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, may be available and can be discussed for this role. A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges.

Application Information

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits. For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• 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

Job ref : 950658. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Enquiries

Steven Letcher, Mental Health Team Leader. Phone: [phone]. E-mail: [emailprotected]

Application Closing Date 6 November 2026 - 11.55PM