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.

The Mental Health Service Group, are seeking Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Clinician's to join the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Service, on a permanent full-time or part-time basis.

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

Job details

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.

Our purpose is `great care every day'.

About your opportunity:

Permanent full-time or part-time, hours negotiable 

As a clinician working in the Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Service (ATODS), you will provide a broad range drug alcohol assessments and interventions to individuals, their families and groups in the context of minimising harm from substance use within the Townsville geographical area. Provision of outreach services may include North Ward, Kirwan, Vincent and other locations within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

This role supports consumers who are of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander culture or who are engaged with Queensland Corrective Services. The role supports consumers who also may be engaged with the Queensland Opiate Treatment Program (QOTP).

All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the Service.

Generous remuneration package value up to $132,567 p.a. (HP3) or $132,289 p.a. (NG6-1) full-time comprising:

• Salary range of $3030.00 to $4453.50 p.f. or $39.86 to $58.59 p.h. (HP3) 
• Salary range of $4138.10 to $4431.10 p.f. or $54.44 to $58.30 p.h. (NG6-1)
• Annual leave with 17.5% 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.

Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme:

Eligible health workers who make the move (interstate or international) to work with us may receive up to $20,000 under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (conditions apply).

Role Requirements:

• Proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
• Nursing: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent.
• Allied Health: Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work.
• Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. 5.1.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Why make the change?

With over 300 days of sunshine a year Townsville is the largest centre in Northern Australia, offering a laid back tropical lifestyle and is the gateway to the world famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests and the Outback.  A vibrant, dynamic city, Townsville offers the perfect balance between spectacular natural attractions without sacrificing the benefits of a metropolitan city.  No matter your lifestyle, Townsville offers families, couples and friends a place to call home.

Interested?

Contact: Fiona Layton-Rick on (07) 4433 9600.

Apply ONLINE by: Thursday, 28 November 2024.

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.

The Townsville HHS is planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, and training the health sector workforce of tomorrow. Share in this journey with us.

Documents

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

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NG6-1 Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinican (MHSG) ATODS 32012086 (Word, 710KB)
  Role Description
  
  HP3 Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician (MHSG) 30485660 (Word, 976KB)
  Role Description