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Mental Health Clinician Multi D (Older Persons Mental Health)
Older Persons Mental Health - Kirwan, TOWNSVILLE
Summary
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP3, Nurse Grade 6 (2) |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV675743 |
| Closing date | 11-Mar-2026 |
| Job duration | TFT, up to December 2026 with poss. ext. |
| Contact person | Kellie Hindom |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9568 Access the National Relay Service |
About your opportunity:
Townsville Older Persons Mental Health Service (OPMHS) is an integrated consultation and liaison community based service providing assessment and treatment for older adults in the community.
The service aims to support GPs and other health and aged care providers by assessing and recommending treatment for people with mental health problems. OPMHS sees patients with a first presentation of a mental illness generally over 65 years of age and over 55 for indigenous people however younger people who are affected by age-related neurodegenerative problems such as Alzheimer's disease may be included. OPMHS also specialises in diagnosis, treatment and supports the care of people with dementia.
About your new employer:
- Clinical Excellence: Delivering advanced surgical care including robotic-assisted procedures and future transplant services.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to lead education, research, and service development within your specialty.
- Supportive Culture: Work within a collegiate team committed to excellence and collaboration.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $3030.00 to $4453.50 p.f. (HP3)
- Salary range: $4262.20 to $4564.00 p.f. (NG6-1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Role Requirements:
- Mandatory qualification (Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work or Nursing) and registration (if applicable).
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including criminal history clearance.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Kellie Hindom on (07) 4433 9568.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV675743
Applications close: Wednesday, 11 March 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
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Documents
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