• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Integrated Mental Health Team, Mount Gambier
• Salary: $58,709 - $63,154 p.a - ASO2
• Temporary Full Time and Ongoing Full Time

Are you passionate about making a difference in mental health care? We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Administration Officer to provide essential administrative support in the Limestone Coast Local Health Network's (LHN) Mental Health service. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering quality care and support to consumers in a compassionate, culturally sensitive environment.

In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining accurate records, managing communications, arranging appointments, and providing exceptional customer service. You'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination and a positive experience for all consumers and visitors. Your role will support the delivery of projects and services, ensuring the mental health service runs efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support, including word processing, preparing letters, minutes, and other correspondence.
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate record management systems.
• Handle queries and liaise with stakeholders, providing accurate information in a timely manner.
• Arrange appointments and coordinate meetings across various departments and agencies.
• Support the team with desktop publishing, organising accommodation, and processing invoices.
• Contribute to the development and review of administrative systems and practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Empathy and understanding for people living with mental illness.
• Proven experience in administrative roles, including document preparation, meeting coordination, and office management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and records management.
• Cultural sensitivity, with a commitment to engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers.

Positions available:

• Ongoing Full Time
• Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months)

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
• In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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

Check(s)

• 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 B (indirect 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: 887341

Enquiries

Dani Young
Administration Officer
Phone: 87211677
E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date

3 March 2025, 11:55PM

Attachments

887341 Mental Health Admin Officer - Role Description.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines