An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker/Psychologist/Occupational Therapist - Senior (Allied Health Practitioner) to deliver independent high level clinical practice with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision. Community Diversion Programs (CDP) provide community-based alcohol and other drug (AOD) services, offering structured support and intensive case management for individuals experiencing challenges related to substance use, mental health, and court-related legal matters. The primary goal of CDP is to support individuals in overcoming these difficulties and progressing in their recovery journey.

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An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker/Psychologist/Occupational Therapist - Senior (Allied Health Practitioner) to deliver independent high level clinical practice with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision. Community Diversion Programs (CDP) provide community-based alcohol and other drug (AOD) services, offering structured support and intensive case management for individuals experiencing challenges related to substance use, mental health, and court-related legal matters. The primary goal of CDP is to support individuals in overcoming these difficulties and progressing in their recovery journey.

Sunshine Coast Health is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. 

Sunshine Coast Health is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Deliver independent high level Social Work/Psychology/Occupational Therapy clinical practice with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision. Exercise professional judgement to a complex caseload, adapting routine clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence.
• Provide high level clinical advice, education and influence towards a common patient-centred vision and direction to professional operational teams and relevant stakeholders regarding service delivery.
• Provide leadership oversight and clinical practice supervision to less experienced practitioners and students as delegated.
• Adhere to relevant expectations outlined in the SCHHS and Allied Health Governance Framework documents and Business Rules to ensure that best patient outcomes are achieved in a transparent, ethical and accountable manner.

Remuneration value up to $157 359 p.a., comprising salary between $128 169- $137 918p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP4). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered). 

Why work for us?

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers 

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:
• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.

Check out the latest updates here:
 https://www.sunshinecoast.health.qld.gov.au/  

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.

• SC634692-RD (PDF, 703KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants, SCHHS (PDF, 1.79MB)
  Information Package for Applicants