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Forensic Liaison Officer - Senior Mental Health Clinician
Community Forensic Mental Health Service, Mental Health Service Group, THHS
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP4, Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV640369 |
| Closing date | 17-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time |
| Contact person | Benjamin Freedman |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 8116 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Community Forensic Mental Health Service / Mental Health Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $4912.70 to $5516.60 p.f. (HP4/Nurse Grade 7)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
The Clinical Nurse Consultant Forensic Liaison Officer (CNC FLO) ensures oversight, monitoring and coordination of the care of consumers on Forensic Orders and high-risk adult and adolescent consumers across the Townsville and North West Hospital Health Service, as per the requirements of the Mental Health Act 2016 and relevant State-Wide policies.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be highly desirable. If not AMHP – then willingness to undertake and complete the requirements for appointment.
- Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
- Travel: Please note, from time-to-time this position will be required to travel to, and work at, other facilities located within the Townsville and North West HHS's to participate in meetings for planning, quality, performance, training and education, or clinical activities.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Benjamin Freedman on (07) 4433 8116.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV640369
Applications close: Tuesday, 17 June 2025
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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HP4 Forensic Liaison Officer 32118550 (Word, 1.31MB)
Role Description
NG7 Forensic Liaison Officer (Clinical Nurse Consultant) 32118975 (Word, 1.32MB)
Role Description
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Application Kit
