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Mental Health Clinician - Child and Youth (Psych, OT or SW)


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Calling all Psychologists, Occupational Therapist and Social Workers! Permanent Full Time position incoming!

This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to provide high-quality clinical services within Child and Youth Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service, including crisis intervention, psychotherapy, case management, and health promotion, all aligned with professional and ethical standards.

You'll be actively involved in service improvement initiatives, outreach services, and collaborative, team-based care that supports continuity for young people and their families. With a strong focus on ongoing learning and professional development, this position is ideal for someone passionate about making a meaningful difference in mental health. If you're ready to grow your skills and be part of a supportive, dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity—apply now!

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Mental Health Clinicians
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/CH5F643632
Closing date 15-Jul-2025
Job duration
Contact person Jai Pobar
Contact details (07) 4983 9750
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About us:

Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (CQMHAODS) provides specialist mental health, substance and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana areas with services located in each area.

Rockhampton is the principal service centre and as such provides the administration of the Mental Health Act, 2016, and is the location of the acute adult inpatient facilities. In addition, there is an Adult Step Up Step Down facility located in Gladstone and an Adult Community Care Unit located in Rockhampton.

About the role:

  • Provide discipline specific and generalist clinical services utilising a range of modalities relevant to Child and Adolescent mental health as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Contribute to the delivery of clinical Child and Adolescent mental health services in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.

About you:

Hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following:

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Psychology
  • Social Work + Working with Children Clearance

A relevant postgraduate qualification is highly desirable for this position.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

  • Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
  • Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
  • Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance
  • Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
  • Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

  1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
  2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5F643632

Applications close: Tuesday, 15 July 2025

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Last updated
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