Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs are seeking either a qualified Psychologist or Social Worker Senior to support and empower young individuals in their journey. Could this be you?

The Psychologist or Social Worker Senior focuses on supporting individuals aged 12-18 within the Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (YAODS). This role involves delivering specialist drug and alcohol services to young people and their families, as well as providing consultative support to enhance service provision in Central Queensland.

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Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (CQMHAODS) provides specialist mental health, substance and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana areas (catchments in excess of a population of 250,000). Rockhampton is the principal service centre for this area and as such provides the administration of the Mental Health Act, 2016, support for accreditation and implementation of programs as well as acute inpatient facilities for the Central Queensland Mental Health teams.

About the role:

The Psychologist or Social Worker Senior (Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs) specialises in assisting young people aged 12-18 years for the Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (YAODS).

The incumbent will provide a high level of specialist clinical practice in the delivery of drug and alcohol health services to children and young people, as well as their family and carers, within the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS).

YAODS also provide a high level of advice and consultative services to support improved service provision for young people with problematic substance use within Central Queensland.

About you:

• Possession of a relevant clinical undergraduate degree from a tertiary institution or equivalence of qualifications in one of the below listed professions and eligibility for registration/membership with the appropriate registration board or professional body.
  • Psychology: The successful applicant must possess a four-year degree in Psychology (Honours, Graduate Diploma) from an accredited tertiary institution. Full Registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a current annual practicing certificate.
  • Social Work: 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).

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5D633421

Applications close: Sunday, 25 May 2025

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK5D633421 - Psych or Social Wrkr Snr (PDF, 348KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants