• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Forensic Mental Health Service – Oakden
• Salary (plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits):
  • AHP4 $118,887 - $129,427 p.a.
  • RN3 $125,183 - $130,779 p.a.
• Ongoing Full-Time 

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity is presented to work within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network as the Team Manager within Ashton House.

Ashton House provides a range of recovery orientated and treatment services, therapy and educative programs to consumers on forensic licence, during the period of transition from a secure inpatient setting and the community, or those consumers in the community requiring an intervention to reduce risk of a readmission to a secure unit. Ashton House works closely with the inpatient treating team, community mental health services and other community systems of support and care and across the justice system. The unit provides clinical case assessment and management, rehabilitation and preventative intervention services to consumers who are found Not Guilty By Reason of Mental Impairment under s269 of the Criminal Law Consolidation (Mental Impairment) Amendment Act 1995.

As Team Manager, you'll lead a dedicated team within our specialist Forensics Mental Health Service. You'll oversee operations at Ashton House, managing multidisciplinary teams delivering evidence-based care to consumers with complex mental health needs within the forensic system. You'll drive service excellence, ensure compliance with clinical standards and foster a collaborative environment that prioritises both consumer outcomes and staff wellbeing.

To be eligible for this position at AHP4 classification, you must hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification for one of the following Allied Health disciplines working in the service, specifically:

• Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification recognised by the PsyBA and general registration with PsyBA.
• Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist, with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
• Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

To be eligible for this position at RN3 classification, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate. Must be enrolled in an approved mental health course or hold a qualification in mental health practice.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership experience in mental health or healthcare settings, strong understanding of forensic mental health principles, excellent communication and stakeholder management skills and a commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Apply today and make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable consumers whilst leading a passionate team of healthcare professionals.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia. NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

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.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 908351

Enquiries:

Anna Laval

Nursing Director

Phone: (08) 8266 9600

E-mail: anna.laval@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date:

12 September 2025 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

 908351 - Team Manager - Ashton House - AHP4 - role description.pdf

 908351 - Team Manager - Ashton House - RN3 - role description.pdf

For more information about Mental Health vacancies at NALHN visit our Careers in Mental Health page.

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.