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Mental Health Clinician (Clinical Nurse Consultant, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker)
Biloela
Some careers change lives. Others change communities. In Biloela, you can do both.
Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services is seeking experienced Child & Youth Mental Health Clinicians to deliver high-level clinical care and leadership in a supportive rural setting. Whether your background is nursing, psychology, occupational therapy or social work, this is your chance to work at the top of your scope — building strong therapeutic relationships while influencing service delivery for children, young people and families.
Here, your expertise matters. Your voice is heard. And your work leaves a lasting imprint on a close-knit community.
Make your next role one that truly matters.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP4, Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/BA6A674624 |
| Closing date | 25-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | 30.4 hours per fortnight |
| Contact person | Jai Pobar |
| Contact details | (07) 4983 9750 Access the National Relay Service |
Working within a multidisciplinary Child & Youth Mental Health team, you'll deliver advanced assessment, intervention and coordinated care for children and young people experiencing serious and complex mental illness. You'll play an active role in intake assessment and crisis response, supporting timely, safe and recovery-oriented pathways of care that are responsive to individual, family and community needs.
Beyond direct clinical work, you'll contribute to strengthening service delivery in a rural context — sharing your expertise through consultation, education, supervision and participation in service improvement initiatives. With strong professional support, meaningful autonomy and genuine work-life balance, this role offers the opportunity to grow as a clinician while making a visible and lasting difference in the lives of young people and their families.
About us:
Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services delivers community-based mental health care across the lifespan. Our Child & Youth teams provide specialist assessment, treatment and recovery support across rural and regional communities, working closely with families, schools and local services.
About the role:
- Deliver high-level assessment, intervention and care planning for complex cases.
- Support intake assessment, crisis response and coordinated care pathways.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary child & youth mental health team.
- Provide clinical advice, consultation and support to colleagues.
- Contribute to education, service development and quality improvement.
About you:
- You are qualified and registered to practice as one of the following:
- Occupational Therapy
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Registered Nurse
- You are an experienced mental health clinician passionate about child & youth care
- You bring strong clinical judgement and confidence working autonomously
- You value collaboration, reflection and continuous improvement
- You are registered with the relevant professional body for your discipline
- You are ready to make a meaningful impact in a rural community
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $65,684 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 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:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).
Applications close: Wednesday, 25 February 2026
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