Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based, and recovery-oriented mental health services within a multidisciplinary team. Provide integrated clinical care to consumers across community, acute, and rehabilitation settings.
$77,824 - $106,187 p.a
Join us as a Registered Nurse in Mental Health and help deliver recovery-focused care that supports the wellbeing of consumers and the community!
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When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. You’ll work across discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary teams, gaining experience in diverse settings that challenge and inspire you. We invest in your future through continuing education and professional development opportunities, so you can grow your skills and advance your career - all while making a real difference in the lives of people in our region.
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To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public%20Content/SA%20Health%20Internet/Careers/Working%20for%20SA%20Health/Our%20services/Working%20at%20FUNLHN/Working%20at%20Flinders%20and%20Upper%20North%20Local%20Health%20Network]
you will contribute to the delivery of comprehensive, evidence-based and recovery-oriented mental health services within a multidisciplinary Local Health Network Mental Health team. You will support the provision of integrated clinical care to consumers across community, acute and rehabilitation service settings, ensuring services meet the needs of individuals and the local community.
929662 RN/M1 Role Description [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtdqetdev475oMyO0QszQLvY92OKAKRjd235DWsZm84DmfEbIo6lQJoCTwL0qXUTFUEbuRBWg6ECaIpAibI7bvR8UNbY2h84hDrwMuOB50B_OmX_LMH8Ekdo3wOkDxtK39_EbJ5Nnd_fp1romRjGdkWA%7e%7e]
Registered or eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with a current practising certificate.
Enrolled in, or willing to undertake, postgraduate studies in Mental Health practice.
Demonstrated competence in mental health nursing practice in accordance with professional standards.
Experience working with Aboriginal consumers and providing culturally responsive care.
Manuveen Kaur - Project Officer Mental Health, 8648 8583, Manuveen.Kaur@sa.gov.au [Manuveen.Kaur@sa.gov.au]
Please refer to the role description for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public+Content/SA+Health+Internet/Clinical+Resources/Clinical+Programs+and+Practice+Guidelines/Immunisation+for+health+professionals/Health+care+worker+immunisation+and+screening+requirements] as indicated on the Role description.
SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
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.
Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/how+to+apply] for further information.
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Saturday 15th August 2026 - 11:55PM
Must be a Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Requires competence in mental health nursing and experience providing culturally responsive care to Aboriginal consumers.
Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.