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.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and 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 dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Senior Clinical Lead – Applications accepted from Clinical Nurse Consultants, and advanced-level Occupational Therapists, Psychologists or Social Workers.

Vacancy: Permanent full-time, 76 hours per fortnight.

Location: Community Forensic Mental Health Service (CFMHS), Mental Health Service Group, Cambridge Street Facility – VINCENT.

The purpose of this role is to provide advanced clinical leadership to the teams within the Community Forensic Mental Health Service in partnership with the Team Leader.

Utilise advanced clinical, forensic and risk knowledge and skills to provide clinical leadership to multidisciplinary staff and expertise in the management of complex clinical and forensic situations to ensure high quality and standards of clinical practice.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:

• Salary range: $132,562 to $151,289 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7 / HP5)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
• Professional Development assistance

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with 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.

Requirements:

• Degree qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Registration with AHPRA or eligibility for full membership to the AASW (for Social Workers).
• eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be well regarded.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• 6-month probationary period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Benjamin Freedman on (07) 4433 8116.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD- TV620922

Applications close: Monday, 17 March 2025.

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 from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

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

• HP5 Senior Clinical Lead (CFMHS) 32112344 (Word, 1.32MB)
  Role Description
  
  NG7 Senior Clinical Lead (CFMHS) 32104132 (Word, 1.33MB)
  Role Description
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Application Kit
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit