Western Community Mental Health Nurse

• 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

• RN1 applicants must hold a recognised mental health nursing qualification or be working towards one. RN2 applicants must hold a mental health nursing qualification equivalent to a Graduate Diploma. Please refer to the relevant role description for all essential requirements.  952252 - RD for Western Community Mental Health Clinical Nurse.pdf
  952252 - RD for Western Community Registered Mental Health Nurse.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?
Contact Denise Smith, Nurse Manager
P: +61 414 638 968
E: denise.smith@sa.gov.au

Apply Now!
Applications close: Sunday 8 November 2026

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.

For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 952252