Occupational Therapist - James Nash House

SA Health, Northern Local Health Network; South Australia; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Australia is seeking passionate Occupational Therapists to join their Forensic Mental Health Service. This role involves providing specialist occupational therapy services to clients with complex mental health needs, conducting assessments, and supporting their journey towards independence. The position offers professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture. Competitive salary of $91,785 - $106,330 plus benefits is available for successful applicants.

Benefits

Salary packaging

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Must hold an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification for registration.
• Experience in forensic mental health settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist occupational therapy services to clients.
• Conduct assessments and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Support clients' journey toward independence and wellness.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Assessment and intervention strategies

Mental health knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Forensic Mental Health Service – Oakden
• Salary : $91,785 - $106,330 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.