Who are we?

Sonder is a leading not-for-profit human services organisation committed to creating communities where no one is left to navigate life's hardest moments alone. We work alongside thousands of people each year, bringing together mental health, alcohol and other drug, community and practical supports to deliver connected, person-directed care that helps people live the lives they choose.

What benefits can we offer?

• Salary (excluding super) paid above award and reviewed annually
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development allowance provided yearly
• Generous salary packaging options - increase your take home pay by 6-12%
• 17.5% Leave Loading
• Modern and welcoming office spaces
• Christmas Closure Bonus Leave (above annual leave entitlements)
• Training opportunities
• Meal & entertainment allowances
• Paid parental leave, and much more!

Sonder are open to negotiating further benefits with the successful applicant to ensure an excellent working environment for you.

Salary Band: $115,337.04 - $120,440.32 + Super

Hours: Multiple Positions

Contract: Casual

Location: Kaurna Country, Northern Crisis Stabilisation Centre

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Immunisations: This role has an assigned immunisation category under Sonder's immunisation requirements. Please refer to the attached document below to view the vaccinations required for this role.

Immunisation Category: Category A -

About the Role

You will work across both Immediate Access Care and the Crisis Stabilisation Centre (CSC), providing comprehensive mental health care to people experiencing acute mental health crises as part of a seven-day roster. You will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary team at the CSC, collaborating with medical staff, mental health clinicians and peer practitioners to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed and personalised care to guests. Your responsibilities will include conducting physical health screenings, mental state evaluations and assessments, and ongoing monitoring of guests; administering medications as prescribed; supporting crisis stabilisation; and contributing to individualised care planning. Through a collaborative and person-centred approach, you will help ensure the delivery of safe, therapeutic and comprehensive mental health care.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to an inclusive and culturally safe workplace.

Experience Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced mental health or acute care environment.
• Minimum of two (2) years clinical practice in mental health treatment and care.
• Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, with the ability to inspire and facilitate team commitment and cooperation.
• Experience working and supporting a Peer Practice workforce is desirable

Qualification and Other Requirements

• Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children's Check (WWCC)
• Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)

Registered Nurse

• Current unrestricted Division 1 AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.

Clinical Nurse Additional Requirements

• Post graduate qualification in mental health nursing or related field
• Membership with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (desirable)
• Minimum of two (2) years post-qualification clinical nursing experience, preferably in a mental health, acute, or crisis care setting.

Advert Closing Date: 27 October 2026

At Sonder, we strive to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may only be able to contact those shortlisted for the role. Thank you for your understanding.

Sonder is hiring Registered Nurses for Casual roles at the Northern Crisis Stabilisation Centre (Kaurna Country, Adelaide). You will work across Immediate Access Care and the Crisis Stabilisation Centre, delivering comprehensive mental health care in a seven-day roster with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include health screenings, mental state assessments, medication administration, crisis stabilization and individualized care planning within a trauma-informed framework.

Who are we?

Sonder is an inclusive, not-for-profit organisation that has been providing better quality health and support services to the South Australian community since 1993. We support thousands of people each year to access services across seven key domains - Mental Health, Aboriginal Health, Alcohol and/or other Drugs, Employment, Community Health, Disability, and Homelessness.

What benefits can we offer?

When you work with Sonder, you become part of the Sonder family and that provides you with a number of benefits such as:

Work-Life Balance

• 6 weeks of annual leave

• 10 weeks paid primary carer parental leave

• 3 weeks paid secondary carer parental leave

Financial Benefits

• Salary paid above Nurse Award

• Salary package up to $15,900 + up to $2,650 Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits tax-free each year

• 17.5% leave loading - paid on all annual leave entitlements

Professional Growth

• Professional Development allowance (in addition to salary)

• Paid study leave

• Access to training, mentoring, and development programs

• Regular clinical supervision to support your growth

• Shape the future of the sector through innovation

• Diverse client groups and services across Sonder - opportunities to grow your skills across a broad range of programs

Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing Initiatives throughout the year - Wellbeing Day, Awards Night, local wellbeing activities

• Work with an organisation and team that truly prioritises your wellbeing

Your Work Environment

• Modern, welcoming office spaces designed to support collaboration and comfort

• Dedicated administrative support so you can focus on client care

Sonder are open to negotiating further benefits with the successful applicant to ensure an excellent working environment for you.

Salary Range: $100,783 - $114,980 FTE + Super +PD Allowance

Hours: Part-time (0.4 - 0.7 FTE) Hours are only completed between Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

Contract: Ongoing

Location: Narungga Country, Sonder Kadina. There will be a requirement of frequent travel within the Yorke Peninsula region and occasional day-travel to the Gawler-Barossa area.

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Clinical Nurse -

Registered Nurse -

About the Role:

Working as part of the broader Community Services team, the Child Health Nurse will deliver comprehensive, trauma-informed, and culturally safe Child Health and Development Checks (CHDCs) for children aged birth to 5 years. The role supports early identification of health and developmental concerns, provides tailored advice and referrals, and contributes to improved outcomes for children and families, particularly in priority cohorts including Aboriginal, CALD, and regional communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Child Health and Development Checks (birth to 5 years) using evidence-based screening tools and clinical judgement.

• Provide health promotion, immunisation advice, and anticipatory guidance to caregivers and families.

• Identify developmental concerns and risk factors early, and coordinate timely referrals to allied health, specialist services, and community supports.

• Deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed care and engage respectfully with Aboriginal, CALD, and regional families.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in electronic medical records and contribute to data collection and reporting requirements.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including community health, early childhood services, and external providers.

• Participate in quality improvement activities and clinical supervision to support best-practice care.

• Support community outreach and home visiting as required to engage families and improve access to services.

Experience Requirements:

Registered Nurse:

• Minimum 1 year experience working with children aged birth to 5 years or demonstrated interest in transitioning into Child & Family Health Nursing.

• Experience conducting developmental screenings or health assessments.

• Experience in using electronic medical records and data management tools.

• Desirable: Experience working in rural communities.

• Desirable: Experience working with Aboriginal and/or CALD communities.

• Desirable: Experience in service navigation and referral coordination.

Clinical Nurse:

• Minimum 3 years' experience working with children aged birth to 5 years in health, early childhood, or community settings.

• Experience conducting developmental screenings or health assessments.

• Experience in using electronic medical records and data management tools.

• Desirable: Experience working in rural communities.

• Desirable: Experience working with Aboriginal and/or CALD communities.

• Desirable: Experience in service navigation and referral coordination.

Qualification and Other Requirements:

• Registered Nurse:

  • Current unrestricted Division 1 AHPRA registration

  • Post graduate qualification in child and family health (or equivalent) or working towards one is desirable

  • Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children's Check (WWCC)

  • Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)

  • Current Drivers Licence

• Clinical Nurse:

  • Current unrestricted Division 1 AHPRA registration

  • Post graduate qualification in child and family health (or equivalent)

  • Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children's Check (WWCC)

  • Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)

  • Current Drivers Licence

Transition to Practice - Registered Nurse (Child Health)

We welcome applications from Registered Nurses who may be earlier in their career or working in another nursing specialty and are seeking to transition into Child & Family Health Nursing.

Sonder is committed to supporting the development of the right candidate and will provide a structured Transition to Practice plan, including on the job training and opportunities to work alongside experienced Child Health Nurses.

To be successful in a transition role, applicants must be:

• Strongly committed to completing a post graduate qualification in Child & Family Health Nursing. Please note: this qualification will be undertaken at the nurse's own cost.

• Willing to regularly travel to the Gawler-Barossa region as part of the Transition to Practice plan, to work alongside and learn from experienced Child Health Nurses.

• Motivated, adaptable, and eager to develop specialist skills in child health, development, and family centred care.

This pathway is designed to support nurses who are passionate about building a career in Child & Family Health and who value learning, supervision, and professional growth.

Advert Closing Date: Sunday 20 September 2026

At Sonder, we strive to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may only be able to contact those shortlisted for the role. Thank you for your understanding.