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Senior Mental Health Clinician - Court Liaison Service
Community Forensic Mental Health Service, Townsville
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP4, Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV692337 |
| Closing date | 06-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Benjamin Freedman |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 8116 Access the National Relay Service |
About your employer:
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment where you'll be supported to deliver high-quality care while developing your career.
As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide exposure to complex cases, advanced clinical practice and multidisciplinary teamwork. You'll have access to ongoing professional development, education and training, with strong links to James Cook University supporting your growth.
We offer clear career pathways, with opportunities to specialise, develop leadership capabilities, or expand your experience across other areas, supported by mentorship and professional development programs.
Our organisation is known for its inclusive, supportive culture and strong sense of community. You'll enjoy the benefits of a regional lifestyle with short commutes, a close-knit team environment, and access to both urban and rural healthcare settings.
Located in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers a relaxed lifestyle with affordable living, stunning natural surroundings and outdoor activities, supporting a positive work/life balance.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Base salary range: $140,632 - $152,685 p.a. (NG7)
- Base salary range: $128,169 - $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development allowance + dedicated leave
- Plus a range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
- Relocation assistance may be available for the successful candidate
About your opportunity:
Court Liaison Services (CLS) provides a high-level clinical service as a member of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for the identification, assessment and appropriate referral of individuals with mental illness within Police watch-houses and the court environment and provision of advice to the Magistrates Court regarding issues of soundness of mind, fitness for trial, and treatment needs. CLS also provides advice, support and training to court and watch house staff on mental health issues.
Court Liaison Services are established in locations across Queensland. The CLS role is positioned within the Townsville Community Forensic Mental Health Service and provides coverage to courts in Townsville and outlying areas as required.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Benjamin Freedman on (07) 4433 8116.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV692337
Applications close: Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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