Transitional Care Consultant

Description:

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network - Northern Mental Health - Salisbury
• Salary (plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits) :
  • AHP3 $104,180 - $111,746 p.a.
  • RN3 $125,183 - $130,779 p.a.
• Ongoing Full-Time

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to embark on an enriching career as a Transitional Care Consultant within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network's Mental Health division. This pivotal role offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals navigating mental health challenges.

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

As a Transitional Care Consultant, you will play a critical role in ensuring seamless transitions for consumers within the mental health service system. Your expertise will bridge the gap between inpatient and community-based care, fostering a collaborative approach that prioritises consumer well-being and recovery.

In this rewarding position, you will leverage your strong interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with consumers, their families and healthcare professionals. Your ability to navigate complex systems and advocate for individualised care plans will be instrumental in achieving positive outcomes.

To be eligible for this position as an Allied Health Professional , 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 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.
• Appropriate Degree (Masters in Clinical or Health Psychology) or equivalent qualification as recognised by the PsyBA and general registration with PsyBA. Must hold an area of practice endorsement and approved supervisor status with the PsyBA at all levels of supervision (primary and secondary).

To be eligible for this position as a Registered Nurse , you must be registered as a Nurse by the Nursing/Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds a current practising certificate. Must be enrolled in an approved mental health course or hold a qualification in mental health practice.

About You:

Are you dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.

To thrive in this role, you must possess a deep understanding of mental health recovery principles, trauma-informed care and the unique needs of diverse populations. Your commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for excellence will be highly valued within our organisation.

Join us in our mission to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and contribute to the overall health and well-being of our communities.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (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.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• 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 B (indirect 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: 888615

Enquiries:

Deborah McLean

Principal Psychologist

Phone: (08) 7485 4300

E-mail: deborah.mclean@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date:

28 March 2025 - 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

888615 - Transitional Care Consultant - AHP3 - role description.pdf

888615 - Transitional Care Consultant - 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.

Flexibility Statement
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.