Senior Occupational Therapist - Northern Community Mental Health
Job no: 904866
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Mental Health
* Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Northern Mental Health – Salisbury
* Salary: $104,180 - $111,746 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits– AHP3
* Temporary Full-Time, up to 1 March 2026
About the Role:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join our Northern Community Mental Health team.
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Your expertise will be instrumental in facilitating their recovery journey, fostering independence and promoting overall well-being through evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, contributing your unique perspective and skills to deliver comprehensive, person-centred care. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing tailored treatment plans and empowering clients to achieve their goals through meaningful occupational engagement.
To be eligible for this position, you must hold an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
About You:
Are you a dedicated, compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist 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.
Join NALHN and be part of an organisation that values excellence, innovation and compassion. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, continuous professional development opportunities and competitive remuneration packages. Embrace this chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities in South Australia.
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.
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: 904866
Enquiries:
Suzzanne Porcaro
Principal Occupational Therapist
Phone: 0410 049 288
E-mail: suzzanne.porcaro@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date:
25 July 2025– 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
904866 - Senior Occupational Therapist - Northern Community Mental Health - AHP3 - role description.pdf
For more information about Mental Health Allied Health at NALHN visit our Mental Health Allied Health page.
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
Advertised: 11 Jul 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 25 Jul 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
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As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Your expertise will be instrumental in facilitating their recovery journey, fostering independence and promoting overall well-being through evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care and support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Your expertise will be instrumental in facilitating their recovery journey, fostering independence and promoting overall well-being through evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
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