Community Mental Health Older Persons Clinician Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Port Pirie Classification: $84,870 to $107,279 p.a. - RN/M2C Second Classification: $88,255 to $102,240 p.a. - AHP2 Ongoing Full Time Contract Make a Real Impact in Mental Health Care for Older Australians Join our team and help shape the future of mental health services for older people, keeping them connected to their communities and improving their quality of life.
About the Role Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people living with mental illness? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Nurse or Mental Health Professional to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will work closely with older people to provide specialist mental health care, ensuring they remain engaged in the community and reduce unnecessary transfers to acute care settings. Your expertise will play a vital role in preventing adverse incidents and improving mental health outcomes through collaborative partnerships and high-quality, recovery-focused services.
You will coordinate care pathways across the region, deliver direct clinical support, and facilitate access to telepsychiatry services and inpatient admissions as needed. Your role will involve both direct clinical contact and distance consultation, offering guidance and support to ensure the best possible care for older Australians.
Key Responsibilities: Provide specialised nursing and mental health care to older people with mental illness Work collaboratively to prevent avoidable hospital admissions Act as a conduit to telepsychiatry services Lead clinical practice and mentor less experienced staff Contribute to the development and refinement of care pathways Minimum Requirements: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and clinical documentation A commitment to high-quality care and professional growth Clinical Nurse (RN/M2C) Classification: Registered Nurse with a postgraduate qualification in Mental Health and at least 3 years' post-registration experience. Social Worker or Occupational Therapist (AHP2) Classification: Relevant qualification and professional registration, with experience in mental health clinical practice. Ready to Make a Difference? Apply now and help shape a better future for older Australians. Let's create meaningful change together. About YNLHN A career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career. You will be part of a dedicated team that values compassionate care, continuous learning, and community impact. Your work will directly improve the lives of older Australians living with mental illness.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:
DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 882612.
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