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About the Role:
An exciting opportunity is presented to work within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network as a Forensic Court Liaison Officer within our Forensic Mental Health service.
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.
As a vital member of the Forensic Mental Health team, you'll play a crucial role in supporting individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Your expertise will be invaluable in assessing, coordinating and facilitating the delivery of mental health services to individuals within the court and correctional environments. The position is based at Christie's Beach Magistrates Court with a fortnightly requirement to attend for team meetings at Modbury. The role works with Magistrates, lawyers and prosecutors to ensure accurate information is provided and clinical assessments are conducted of overnight custodies that present to the court on a daily basis. The role also liaises with a range of services included mental health services and non government organisations in relation to any mentally ill offenders presenting before the court. The role will complete formal court ordered reports in relation to mentally ill offenders where required.
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you'll collaborate closely with legal professionals, mental health teams and community service providers to ensure the provision of high-quality, patient-centred care. Your strong communication skills and ability to navigate complex situations will be instrumental in advocating for the needs of vulnerable individuals.
To be eligible for this position as a Social Worker, you must hold an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
To be eligible for this position as a Clinical Nurse, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing 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.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals. Apply now and join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional mental health services to the South Australian community.
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):
Immunisation Risk for this position is – appointment will be subject to a compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description
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: 901923
Enquiries:
Shelagh Latham
Nurse Manager
Phone: 0434 852 428
E-mail: shelagh.latham@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date:
23 May 2025 – 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
901923 - Social Worker_Clinical Nurse - Forensic Court Liaison Officer - AHP2 - role description.pdf
901923 - Social Worker_Clinical Nurse - Forensic Court Liaison Officer - RN2C - role description.pdf
For more information about Mental Health Allied Health at NALHN visit our Mental Health Allied Health page.
For more information about Mental Health Nursing at NALHN visit our Mental Health Nursing Careers page.
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 901923
Feel free to contact horizon@aasw.asn.au / 1800 630 124.
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