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Senior Mental Health Clinician - Adult Mental Health (OT, Psych, SW)
Emerald
Ready for a new challenge? Join our passionate adult mental health team in Emerald for an exciting six-month backfill opportunity through to May 2027, open to a Clinical Nurse Consultant, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or Social Worker.
Bring your expertise to a role where you’ll support people experiencing complex mental health challenges, guide recovery, mentor colleagues and help shape better care for individuals and families across the community.
Whether you’re looking to broaden your experience, share your knowledge or take on a fresh professional challenge, this is your chance to put your skills to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
New challenge. Regional experience. Meaningful work.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Psychology, Counselling & Social Work |
| Classification | HP4, Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CH6J695337 |
| Closing date | 03-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until May 2027 |
| Contact person | Jai Pobar |
| Contact details | (07) 4983 9750 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Our community mental health teams are passionate about supporting people through life's challenges and helping them feel their best. We provide assessment, treatment and ongoing support for adults, children and young people under 18 experiencing serious mental health concerns, helping individuals and families access the care they need within their community.
About the role:
- Deliver meaningful, person-centred care: Lead comprehensive mental health assessments, care planning, treatment and evaluation for consumers with complex needs, promoting recovery and positive outcomes.
- Bring your expertise to the forefront: Use your specialist mental health knowledge, clinical judgement and evidence-based practice to manage complex cases with a high degree of independence.
- Share your knowledge and inspire others: Provide clinical guidance, mentor colleagues and support the learning and development of students and multidisciplinary team members.
- Drive better care through innovation: Contribute to research, service evaluation and program planning to continually improve mental health services and the support provided to consumers, carers and their support networks.
About you:
- Hold a relevant qualification from an accredited tertiary institution and be eligible for the required professional registration.
- Apply strong mental health assessment and intervention skills, using evidence-based practice to support consumers with complex needs.
- Thrive in a multidisciplinary team, navigate complex situations and contribute to thoughtful risk assessment and case reviews.
- Take initiative in service improvement, share your expertise and provide clinical supervision to support the growth and development of others.
Mental Health Clinicians
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 monthly remuneration value of up to $14,517 p.m. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $70.92 - $77.00 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) CH6J695337
Applications close: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
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Further information
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