Social Worker

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services  - Various inpatient locations
• Salary  AHP-2  $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
• Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
• Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Join our Mental Health Clinical Program and make a meaningful difference in the lives of consumers. This opportunity is your chance to win an ongoing social work role if successful through the recruitment process. There may be other opportunities for contract positions within Royal Adelaide Hospital Mental Health Unit and other inpatient settings.

As a Social Worker, you will:

• Deliver evidence based, recovery focused mental health care
• Lead psychosocial and family assessments, care planning and reviews
• Coordinate care and provide crisis, rehabilitation and assertive support
• Build partnerships with consumers, families, carers and key services
• Contribute to education, research, quality improvement and supervision

About You

You’ll bring sound mental health Social Work expertise and a recovery focused approach, along with:

• A degree eligible for AASW full membership
• Clinical experience in mental health and complex care
• Skilled psychosocial, family, safety and housing assessment
• Strong care planning, intervention and risk assessment skills
• Collaborative practice across multidisciplinary teams

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matterIn 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  946232 RD Social Worker.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Natasha Arif, Acting Senior Social Worker

Phone: [0468 5725 64](tel:0468 5725 64)
E-mail: [email protected]

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 6 September 2026

Job Ref: 946232

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