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Mental Health Clinician (Psychologist Social Worker or Occupational Therapist)


Rockhampton

Are you a Psychologist, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with skills in Mental Health care? CQ Health are seeking a Mental Health Clinician to join the team! Could this be you?

We’re seeking a compassionate clinician to provide mental health, alcohol, and other drugs support within our community services team. As a Mental Health Clinician, you will conduct assessments, deliver tailored interventions, and support clients on their recovery journey.

If you’re passionate about helping others and want to work in a collaborative, supportive environment, we want to hear from you! Be part of a team dedicated to creating healthier, happier communities. Apply now to make a positive impact!

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Mental Health Clinicians
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK6B675677
Closing date 26-Feb-2026
Job duration Until Jan 2027
Contact person Bronte Bayliss
Contact details (07) 4920 5500
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About us:

The Adult Community Services Team is based in Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast and provides a service to consumers with complex mental illness in outpatient and home settings, through a range of community mental health interventions including assessment, case management, therapeutic treatment, support, consultations and referral for adults from the Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast regional area. The service works in collaboration with the adult mental health inpatient and acute care teams, and primary health, community and private sector providers to reduce symptoms of mental illness and facilitate recovery. 

About the role:

The Mental Health Clinician delivers quality recovery-based care at an advanced level to people living in the community who have been diagnosed as having serious mental health conditions. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, provides discipline specific case management to consumers as well as support for carers / families. The Mental Health Clinician liaises with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders in an advocacy capacity for their consumers.

About you:

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

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Psychology
  • Social Work

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) RK6B675677

Applications close: Thursday, 26 February 2026

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