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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
• Adelaide - Older Persons Mental Health Community Team
• Salary AHP2 $91,785 -$106,330 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full time ongoing position

Exciting Opportunity in a Dynamic Mental Health Service

About the Role

Looking to step into mental health or broaden your experience? Join CALHN’s Older Persons Mental Health Services Rapid Access Service (RAS) and work across community, rehabilitation and acute settings.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will deliver evidence-based assessments, interventions and behaviour support for older people with complex needs, including BPSD and enduring mental illness. Working in residential aged care and community settings, you will partner with consumers, carers and providers to enhance safety, independence and quality of life.

You will contribute to behavioural assessment and support planning, support safe transitions of care, and help remove barriers to discharge. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will also provide consultation, education and discipline-specific expertise to improve outcomes across the service.

This role offers exposure to complex and varied presentations, opportunities to supervise students and junior staff, and access to ongoing professional development, supervision and quality improvement initiatives across a large health network.

About You

You are a compassionate and capable Occupational Therapist ready to make a meaningful impact in older persons mental health.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration Experience in assessment and intervention for complex needs
• Strong communication and teamwork across multidisciplinary settings
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage clinical workload
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing development

About Allied Health at CALHN

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals delivering safe & connected care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across acute, community and mental health
• Thrive in a values-driven, people-first organisation
• Collaborate in supportive multidisciplinary teams
• Shape the future through care, research and education

Find out more about CALHN, our stories and career opportunities.

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development allowance - with structured development support
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & 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

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 930964 Occupational Therapist MH.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Yvette Moseley, Team Manager CALHN OPMH Community

P: 7425 6414

E: Yvette.moseley@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 19^th April 2026

Job Ref: 930964

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position