Are you looking for a clinical role where your expertise in recovery-based care can truly change lives?

Whether you are an experienced Mental Health Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist, Central Queensland Health offers you the chance to step into a role that balances professional challenge with a vibrant regional lifestyle. Based in the bustling hub of Rockhampton, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team that values your unique discipline-specific skills while working toward a shared goal: healthier communities.

Ready to make your move to a place where your work is as rewarding as your weekends?

Job details

At Central Queensland Health, we believe that great people are the heart of our service.

As a Mental Health Clinician within our Community Services team, you won't just be another number. You will be a vital advocate for consumers with complex mental health needs, working within a culture that actively invests in your future through professional development and clinical supervision. We offer a flexible, supportive environment where work-life balance is a lived reality. You will find yourself working alongside passionate professionals who are dedicated to providing amazing care, ensuring Central Queenslanders receive high-quality support right here in their own backyard.

About us:

The Rockhampton Mental Health Community Services team is the heart of specialist care for the region. We provide essential interventions, from assessment to therapeutic treatment, for adults across the Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast areas. Our service is built on collaboration—partnering with inpatient teams, primary health, and NGOs to facilitate genuine consumer recovery. We are a team that prides itself on being connected, inclusive, and deeply rooted in the community we serve, offering a stable and welcoming environment for clinicians at all career stages.

About the role:

• Deliver contemporary, profession-specific clinical assessments, treatment, and evaluation within a multidisciplinary framework.
• Provide discipline-specific case management to consumers with complex mental health conditions and support for their families.
• Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and interventions in both outpatient and home settings.
• Liaise with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, including GPs and NGOs, to advocate for consumer needs.
• Contribute to the clinical education and supervision of less experienced practitioners and students.
• Participate in discharge planning and the evaluation of care using evidence-based outcome data.

About you:

• You hold a tertiary degree in Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy with the appropriate registration (AHPRA, AASW).
• You demonstrate a competent level of knowledge and skill to undertake routine clinical practice with a basic understanding of recovery-focused care.
• You possess strong communication skills, allowing you to establish effective partnerships within a multidisciplinary team.
• You are an organized professional capable of managing your time and prioritizing tasks in a busy community setting.
• You are committed to lifelong learning and contributing to the professional development of yourself and your peers.
• You apply critical thinking and clinical judgment to solve problems and improve consumer outcomes.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $11,321 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $58.08 - $60.05 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:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6B676369

Applications close: Sunday, 22 March 2026

#Rockhampton #CentralQueensland

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6B676369 - Clinical Nurse (PDF)
  
  RK6B676369 - Mental Health Clinician HP (PDF)