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Queensland Health

Psychologist or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - Senior (Mental Health Clinician)

Townsville, Queensland, Australia

Location
Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Work
Not stated
Employment
Temporary
Level
Senior
Function
Healthcare
Pay
From A$128.2K a year
Posted
2 weeks ago

About the role

About the work unit / facility

Burdekin Community Mental Health Service / Mental Health Service Group / Ayr

About your opportunity

As part of the Burdekin Community Mental Health Services multidisciplinary team, in consultation with the Team Leader, this role provides provision of advanced clinical services across the age spectrum as required, including the delivery of advanced assessment, case management and therapy services to people presenting with complex and severe mental health problems including alcohol and or drug problems. The opportunity provides exposure to case management and intake assessment of consumers across the lifespan, as well as delivery of a consultation service into the emergency departments and hospitals of the area.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, and professional development initiatives.

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.

Competitive salary and benefits

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $128,169 to 137,918 p.a. (HP4)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration:

  • For Occupational Therapy the successful applicant must hold a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in Occupational Therapy.
  • For Social Workers:
  • The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in Social Work as well as eligibility for full membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
  • While not mandatory, status as an AASW accredited Mental Health Social Worker is highly regarded.
  • For Psychology the successful applicant must possess a four year degree in Psychology (Honours, Graduate Diploma) from an accredited tertiary institution.
  • Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
  • Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class “C” motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:

Paige Davis on (07) 4433 2421.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV695171

Applications close: Tuesday, 17 November 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Source

Posted by Queensland Health on their own hiring page, smartjobs.qld.gov.au. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 05:21 UTC; the original is the reference.

Contains information from SmartJobs, © State of Queensland, licensed under CC BY 4.0 (CC-BY-4.0)

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