SA Health
Job reference: 952252
Location: 5011 - WOODVILLE SOUTH
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Western Community Mental Health Nurse
- Western Community Mental Health, Woodville SA 5011
- Community Recovery Services - West Team
- Monday to Friday
- Salary RN-2 $92,731 - $117,215 p.a. + super + salary packaging
- Salary RN-1 $79,381 - $108,311 p.a. + super + salary packaging
- Permanent full Time
Expand Your Future in Mental Health Nursing
Join the Western Community Mental Health team within CALHN's Mental Health Clinical Program. Help people work towards recovery through safe, connected and person-centred care in the community.
- Be part of a connected, person-centred nursing community
- Deliver recovery-focused, trauma-informed and culturally safe care
- Collaborate with consumers, carers and multidisciplinary teams
- Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day
Explore nursing careers at CALHN: https://www.calhn.sa.gov.au/careers/nursing-team
About the Role
As a Mental Health Nurse, you will provide comprehensive care and individual case management to people with mental health needs. Work alongside consumers, carers, other health professionals and community organisations to support recovery. At RN2 level, you will also guide less experienced nurses and contribute to practice development.
- Assess mental health needs and plan, deliver and review care
- Provide therapeutic interventions, education and counselling
- Support consumers and carers to take part in care decisions
- Work with health services and community organisations
- At RN2 level, mentor staff and help improve clinical practice
About You
To be successful in this role you will:
- Hold current NMBA registration and a practising certificate
- Bring mental health nursing skills and sound clinical judgement
- Communicate well with consumers, carers and colleagues
- Plan and evaluate care with a focus on recovery
- Meet the qualification requirements for your RN level
More to love about working at CALHN:
- Stretch your salary - salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
- Grow and develop - professional development allowance and pathways
- Work together - strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
- Progress your career - recognition and opportunities across CALHN
- Balance your life - flexible work options available
- Stay well - leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
- Enhance your wellbeing - access our confidential wellbeing partner for you and your family
Diversity & Inclusion
We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Application Information
Curious about this role?
Contact Denise Smith, Nurse Manager
P: 0414 638 968
E: [email protected]
Apply Now!
Applications close: Sunday 8 November 2026
Job Ref: 952252
Visit the SA Health Careers website for how to apply and applicant guidance.
Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply - we've got this covered.
Applications close: 08/11/2026 11:55 PM
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.
Western Community Mental Health Nurse
