Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Job details

Do you want to make a difference in public healthcare?
Our health service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are: Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:
Position: Youth AOD Harm Reduction Coordinator
Vacancy: Permanent Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight
Location: Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Services, Townsville

What's on offer?
Remuneration package of up to $157,360 p.a.

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

About the role

• Coordinate health responses that involve and support community-based services to build community engagement and partnerships.
• Work collaboratively to map referral pathways between Townsville Hospital and Health Service, and community-based services through consultation and engagement.
• Provide support and assistance to young people, their families, and carers to understand and navigate the health and social services, including service linkages.
• Provide harm reduction interventions, including education, advocacy, and outreach for young people, their families and carers, and communities at increased risk of AOD-related harm.

Role requirements

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
• 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.

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Fiona Layton-Rick on 07 4433 9600.  

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV619242

Applications close on Thursday, 6 March 2025.

Please note that 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.

Please download the Role Description for future reference.

This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.

Documents

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

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  HP4 Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker - Senior 32135518 (Word, 553KB)
  Role Description