As an Occupational Therapist in Child and Youth Mental Health, you’ll help young people build the skills and confidence needed for everyday life.

In Gladstone, you’ll deliver occupation-focused mental health care that supports participation at home, school and in the community — all within a service that values balance, collaboration and practical outcomes.

Come for the role, stay for the impact — and the lifestyle that makes it sustainable.

Job details

Gladstone is well suited to occupational therapists seeking a sustainable pace of work and life. With affordable living, easy access to the outdoors and minimal commuting, you'll have more time for the things that matter outside work, while building specialist mental health experience within a supportive multidisciplinary team. It's a place where professional growth and personal wellbeing are both prioritised.

Build your career in a region where your work is valued, your voice is heard, and your life outside work truly matters.

About us:

The Gladstone Integrated Service is in Gladstone and consists of an Adult Mental Health Service, Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS), Step-Up-Step Down Unit and Alcohol and Other Drugs Services. The Gladstone Integrated Service provides specialised services for the population of Gladstone and the surrounding areas through a range of interventions including assessment, case management, therapeutic treatment, support, consultations and referrals. The service works in collaboration with the local hospitals, other Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs teams and with primary health, community and private sector providers to reduce symptoms and facilitate recovery.

About the role:

• Deliver occupation-focused mental health assessment and intervention.
• Support functional participation at home, school and in the community.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and service delivery.
• Participate in quality improvement and professional development.

About you:

•  You hold AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• You value child-centred, strengths-based mental health practice.
• You work collaboratively and communicate with warmth and clarity.
• You are motivated to grow your mental health expertise.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $135,857 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $56.08 - $60.05 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).

Applications close: Sunday, 8 February 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  GL6A674343 - Clinical Nurse (PDF)
  
  GL6A674343 - Mental Health Clinician HP (PDF)