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Community Forensic Mental Health Service, Mental Health Service Group, Vincent Townsville
Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
Townsville University Hospital, located adjacent to one of Queensland’s leading tertiary institutions, James Cook University, is the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, providing specialist referral services for 700,000 people living from Mackay, to the Torres Strait, to the Northern Territory border.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.
Job details
Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
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Position type | Full-time |
Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
Classification | HP5, Nurse Grade 7 |
Workplace Location | Townsville region |
Job ad reference | QLD/TV526722 |
Closing date | 13-Dec-2023 |
Job duration | TFT, 12 months commencing 29/01/2024 |
Contact person | Andrea Catt |
Contact details | 07 4433 8121 Access the National Relay Service |
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.
Our purpose is `great care every day'.
Are you someone who is passionate, committed and dedicated to your profession?
Do you have what it takes to make a substantial contribution to our vision, purpose and values?
- Contribute to a high performing team, demonstrating a culture that lives our values.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and other providers.
About your opportunity:
Fixed term temporary full-time / 12 months commencing 29/01/2024 / Applications are being sought from Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists or Social Workers / Location: Townsville
The Team Leader will:
- Provide clinical expertise, supervision and direction whilst managing the operational delivery of clinical services for the Community Forensic Mental Health Services within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, across North Queensland communities.
- Operate as the single point of accountability for the team and report to the Program Manager and Clinical Director.
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
- Clinical expertise.
- Supports strategic direction.
- Achieves results.
- Supports productive working relationships.
- Communicates with influence.
Generous remuneration package value up to $159,899 p.a. (NG7) or $167,587 p.a (HP5) comprising:
- Salary range of $4933.10 to $5630.00 p.f. (HP5/NG7)
- Annual leave with relevant leave loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.
Requirements:
- Proof of qualification (Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work) and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Why make the change?
Our gorgeous weather promotes an active and outdoor lifestyle, where the sun shines for over 320 days of the year.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Interested..?
Contact: Andrea Catt on 07 4433 8121.
Apply ONLINE by: Wednesday 13 December 2023.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-6.10.23 (PDF, 69KB)
Information Package for Applicants
HP5NG7 Team Leader (CFOS) 30473145 32111082 (Word, 821KB)
Role Description