A permanent full-time Mental Health Clinician (Intake) role sits at the front door of care for people experiencing acute mental health, alcohol and other drug challenges across Gladstone and surrounding communities. This role plays a key part when someone is in crisis or at risk, where careful assessment and clinical judgement can determine the right support, at the right time, and help prevent deterioration or hospital admission where possible.

For clinicians seeking meaningful, hands-on impact in a role where clinical skill directly shapes outcomes in real time, this position offers the opportunity to step into work that is challenging, purposeful and deeply influential in people’s recovery journeys. Are you ready to make the change in someone’s life?

Job details

About us:

The Gladstone Integrated Service provides specialist, recovery-focused mental health, alcohol and other drug services to vulnerable people across Gladstone and surrounding communities. Delivering compassionate, person-centred care, the service offers comprehensive assessment, therapeutic treatment, case management, consultation and referral pathways to support individuals and families through their recovery journey.

Working in partnership with hospitals, primary health providers, community organisations and private sector services, the team is committed to improving wellbeing, reducing the impact of mental illness and substance use, and helping people achieve meaningful, long-term recovery across Central Queensland.

About the role:

• Provide intake-focused mental health assessment and intervention, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, triage and care planning to support timely, safe consumer care.
• Coordinate seamless care pathways for consumers by working across mental health services, public hospitals, primary health and community supports.
• Contribute as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, including participation in outreach services and extended hours to support community need.
• Use clinical data, indicators and documentation practices to support quality improvement, service development and evidence-based care.

About you:

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

• Occupational Therapy
• Psychology
• Social Work

Eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be highly desirable.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.97 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Professional Development Allowance
• 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) GL6G687318

Applications close: Monday, 20 July 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• GL6G687318 - Mental Health Clinician (Intake) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)