Mental Health Triage Clinician

SA Health to Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Glenside, Adelaide SA

Nursing to Psych, Forensic and Correctional Health (Healthcare and Medical)

Contract/Temp

90,913 to 114,917 pa + super + salary packaging

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

Mental Health Services to Glenside

Salary RN-2 90,913 to 114,917 p.a. + super + salary packaging

Salary AHP-2   91,785 to 106,330 p.a. + super + salary packaging

Permanent, temporary, full-time and part-time positions

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare to for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Be the calm, trusted first point of contact for people seeking urgent mental health care. You will assess need, guide next steps and link consumers to the right support, working closely with partners across the system to support safe, timely care aligned with SA Health values.

Deliver rapid phone triage and brief counselling

Assess risk, urgency and service fit

Coordinate access to acute and community care

Partner with SA Ambulance Service on crisis calls

Guide carers and clinicians with expert advice

Qualifications

RN-2

Registered as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and holds a current practising certificate.

Hold a qualification in mental health nursing equivalent to a Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

AHP-2

Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

Must hold a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology or equivalent qualification as recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA).  Must hold general registration with the PsyBA

Why You’ll Love It Here to CALHN benefits that matter

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

Salary packaging to up to 9,010 for living expenses + 2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options

Safe connections to be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements

Recognition and growth to celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites

Professional development allowance to with structured development support

Flexible work options to speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle

Paid leave to with leave loading for rest and recharge

Health and fitness perks to discounted access to Fitness Passport and free flu vaccinations

Wellbeing support to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and 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.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Phone: 7425 3952 Email: michelle.jones3@sa.gov.au