Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator - Northern Community Mental Health

SA Health; South Australia; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health organization in South Australia seeks a Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator to drive suicide prevention strategies and support healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will have a background in mental health, strong project coordination skills, and experience in engaging with stakeholders. This part-time role offers the opportunity to enhance community wellbeing and create safer environments for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Benefits

Salary packaging

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Registration with relevant professional bodies.
• Understanding of evidence-based suicide prevention approaches.
• Commitment to patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement suicide prevention strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement across healthcare teams.
• Build capability in change management and innovation.

Skills

Experience in mental health

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Training delivery

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology

Nurse/Midwife registration

Job description

Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator - Northern Community Mental Health

Job no: 917649

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Allied and Scientific Health, Mental Health, Nursing/Midwifery

Employer: Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Northern Mental Health – Salisbury

Salary (plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits):

• AHP3 $108,347 - $116,216 p.a.
• ASO7 $108,109 - $116,864 p.a.
• RN3 $125,183 - $130,779 p.a.

Employment type: Temporary Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week, up to 12 months

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network as the Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator within Northern Mental Health. The Coordinator will coordinate and implement evidence-based suicide prevention strategies, supporting healthcare teams and community partners to create safer environments for people experiencing suicidal thoughts.

The Coordinator will drive continuous improvement by:

• aligning change management, continuous improvement and innovation with the Zero Suicide Framework and organisational priorities
• leading, coordinating and implementing complex system and process improvement across Teams, Services and Divisions
• building capability in change management, continuous improvement and innovation through leading, coaching, mentoring, training, recognition and support that focus on suicide prevention initiatives aligned with the Zero Suicide Framework
• developing a continuous improvement and inquiring culture regarding suicide prevention across NALHN, driven by consumer outcomes, experience, measurement and systems thinking

Eligibility – AHP3: To be eligible for the AHP3 classification, you must hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification for one of the following Allied Health disciplines:

• Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification entitling registration as an Occupational Therapist with Occupational Therapy Australia
• Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification giving eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
• Appropriate degree (Master of Clinical Psychology) or equivalent recognised by PsyBA; must also hold general registration with the PsyBA and be endorsed in Clinical Psychology and hold approved supervisor status with PsyBA at all levels of supervision

Eligibility – RN3: To be eligible for the RN3 classification, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse and/or Midwife with the NMB Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate. Must be enrolled in an approved Mental Health course or hold a qualification in mental health practice.

About You:

To thrive in this role you will possess experience in mental health, suicide prevention or related healthcare field, strong project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills, understanding of evidence-based suicide prevention approaches, excellent communication and training delivery abilities and a commitment to patient-centred care and community wellbeing.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, serving over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of medical services. 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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Requirements:

• Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements
• Relocation assistance may be available for interstate or overseas applicants
• Appointment subject to satisfactory Criminal History Check
• Check(s): WWCC and National Police Check as part of general employment probity

Immunisation Risk: Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease policy in the workplace.

Enquiries:

Sarah Burden
A/Divisional Director Allied Health & Community Mental Health
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Application Closing Date: 25 October 2025, 11:55 PM

Role Description and Further Information:

• Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator - AHP3: role description PDF
• Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator - ASO7: role description PDF
• Towards Zero Suicide Initiative Coordinator - RN3: role description PDF

For more information about Mental Health vacancies at NALHN, visit our Careers in Mental Health page. Refer to SA Health Career Website for How to Apply.

Advertised: 11 Oct 2025

Applications close: 25 Oct 2025

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