Job details

About the opportunity 

This position provides leadership as the health representative for Townsville Hospital and Health Service within an inter-agency service approach working with the designated lead specialist Domestic and Family Violence agency and other core stakeholders of the Townsville High Risk Team.

About your new employer

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.

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.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security and a family-friendly environment. 

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $4912.70 to $5286.40  p.f. (HP4)
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• Professional Development allowance and leave
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in social work that provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• 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.
• Roster: The incumbent understands and agrees to participation in rotation across clinical areas and campuses, On-call arrangements (including the Department's Emergency Clinical On-call Roster, which requires a 30minute response time), shift work (including early, late and night), as well as weekends and public holidays.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate a “C” Class motor vehicle, and an appropriate Queensland licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is a mandatory requirement. 
• Overseas qualified Social Work candidates require a “certificate of eligibility” letter from the AASW to confirm their eligibility for membership of AASW. Overseas qualified applicants should include such evidence with their application to be considered for short listing in the selection process.
• This is a VPD risk role. 

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Vicki O'Brien on (07) 4433 2170

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV648434

Applications close:  Monday, 4 August 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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.

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  HP4 Social Worker - Snr (D&FV High Risk Team) 32105727 (Word, 462KB)
  Role Description