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Mental Health Transition Clinician (Clinical Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist)


Rockhampton

Join our team as a Mental Health Transition Clinician and make a significant difference in Prison Mental Health care.

Are you a Clinical Nurse, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker passionate about supporting individuals through critical life transitions? We’re seeking a committed Mental Health Transition Clinician to join our functional Prison Mental Health Service, permanently.

This role offers the opportunity to deliver compassionate, expert care to justice-involved individuals, helping them navigate mental health challenges and transition smoothly back into the community.

If you’re driven by making a meaningful impact, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of innovative mental health solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Mental Health Clinicians
Classification HP3, Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK5G648651
Closing date 10-Aug-2025
Job duration
Contact person Lisa Toner
Contact details 4920 5500
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About us:

Rockhampton is the principal service centre for this area and as such provides the medical coverage, professional supervision, and 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. Rockhampton Mental Health Service Inpatient Unit, Older Persons Inpatient Unit and Acute Care Team are located on the campus of Rockhampton Hospital.

About the role:

This position provides clinical and case management support to clients of the Prison Mental Health Service to achieve the best possible clinical outcomes for this complex group. In addition, this position liaises with all relevant clinical and non-clinical stakeholders within the correctional environment as well as with non-clinical support workers in the community to coordinate a holistic approach to recovery and wellbeing with a particular focus on the transition phase surrounding release from custody.

About you:

Hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following:

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Registered Nurse

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $131,900 is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $54.44 - $58.30 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) RK5G648651

Applications close: Sunday, 10 August 2025

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