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Senior Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Service Clinician (Multi D) (Thursday Island)
Thursday Island
Advanced Mental Health leadership supporting recovery across Torres Strait Island Communities!
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP4, Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC681608 |
| Closing date | 04-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-Time |
| Contact person | Jonathan Schoone |
| Contact details | (07) 4069 0695 Access the National Relay Service |
Senior Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Service Clinician (Multi D)
Thursday Island | Permanent Full Time
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn?
📞 Jonathan Schoone (07 4069 0695) would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.
Tell me more... Provide advanced coordination and clinical leadership in the delivery of mental health, alcohol and other drug services by providing high quality clinical assessment, treatment and case management in conjunction with other service providers.
Professional and personal motivators!
As a Mental Health professional working in Torres and Cape HHS, your contribution in helping treat, rehabilitate and improve the lives of patients is huge!
You'll work in diverse and supportive environments that offer attractive lifestyle opportunities and experiences and enable you to make a valuable contribution in small communities. These communities will help you grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person.
Benefits and allowances
- Base salary: $139,951 - $151,949 p.a. (NRG7) or $1128,169 - $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
- Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
- Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world
- Relocation incentives and Accommodation included
- Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package
Living on Thursday Island
Island lifestyle surrounded by turquoise waters, coral reefs, and spectacular natural beauty of the Torres Strait
- Short commute to work supporting a strong work–life balance and reduced travel stress
- Close-knit, welcoming community where relationships and connection are highly valued
- Deep cultural richness with strong opportunities to engage with Torres Strait Islander peoples, traditions, and community life
- Unique remote island setting offering a slower pace of life and strong sense of place
- Access to outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, snorkelling, and exploring nearby islands
Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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