AHP1/AHP2 Mental Health Social Worker

• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Berri.
• AHP1 | Allied Health Professional L1 | $73,710.00 to $89,981.00 p.a.
• AHP2 | Allied Health Professional L2 | $94,997.00 to $110,052.00 p.a.
• Employment: Full time | Term Contract (temporary up to 20 October 2028)
• Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement. (Allied Health positions only) + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Regional Incentives may apply

Join our Mental Health team as a Social Worker and contribute to delivering integrated, recovery-oriented care that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Working alongside experienced clinicians and a multidisciplinary team, you will support consumers across community, acute and rehabilitation settings through assessment, therapeutic interventions, early intervention and family support, while developing your skills and making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the local community.

• Recognised qualification in Social Work and eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), with commitment to ongoing professional development in accordance with AASW guidelines.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide social work services, including assessment, counselling, therapeutic interventions, prevention and early intervention for consumers experiencing mental health concerns.
• Ability to contribute to recovery-oriented, consumer-centred care, promoting consumer rights, self-determination, cultural safety and holistic support for consumers and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and establish effective working relationships with consumers, carers, community organisations and external service providers.
• Effective communication, documentation, organisational and workload management skills, including maintaining accurate clinical records and preparing reports.
• Commitment to continuous professional development, reflective practice, quality improvement and the delivery of safe, evidence-based mental health services.

Join our Mental Health team as a Social Worker, delivering integrated, evidence-based care that supports the recovery and wellbeing of consumers and the local community. You will use your clinical expertise to plan, deliver and evaluate a range of services, including individual and family interventions and group programs, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and contributing to the development and supervision of less experienced staff and students.

• Recognised qualification in Social Work and eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), with demonstrated AHP2-level competencies and commitment to ongoing professional development in accordance with AASW guidelines.
• Demonstrated clinical experience and professional competence in delivering comprehensive social work services, including assessment, intervention and evaluation, across community and inpatient settings.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload, exercise professional judgement and apply evidence-based practice to improve consumer health outcomes.
• Demonstrated commitment to person-centred care, cultural safety, social justice and effective support for consumers, families and diverse rural communities.
• Well-developed communication, collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the supervision and development of staff and students.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development, quality improvement, service evaluation, accurate documentation and the delivery of safe, effective and efficient services.

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally giving you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role.
• Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments.
• Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety.
• Offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
• Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support
• Join RMCLHN's Allied Health Team (video)

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• 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

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

Deb Petch
Position: Personal Assistant
Phone: 08 85802515
E-mail: debbie.petch@sa.gov.au

AHP1 - Social Worker Mental Health - Role Description.pdf

AHP2 - Mental Health Social Worker - Role Description.pdf

About Berri Factsheet (Digital Version).pdf

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Advertised: 28 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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