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Community Child & Youth Mental Health- Health Practitioner
Roma QLD 4455
South West Hospital and Health Service have an exciting opportunity for an Allied Health Practitioner in Community Child and Youth Mental Health to join our team.
Join us in building better health in the bush!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SW679708 |
| Closing date | 20-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 months |
| Contact person | Laura North |
| Contact details | 0436 838 416 Access the National Relay Service |
Your opportunity
In the South West, Child and Youth Mental Health clinicians provide community-based consultation, assessment and treatment to children and young people (to the age of 18) experiencing serious mental health disorders and problems. This Roma based position works under the clinical governance of the eCYMHS team and is responsible for a distinct case load of consumers and provides outreach to surrounding local communities.
In this role you will engage with community managed and non-government services is an important component of the role and there is an expectation to participate in the development of innovative and culturally safe service options.
The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.
Roma is the largest town in the Maranoa Region servicing a catchment population of almost 14,000 and offers an array of city-like conveniences with friendly country hospitality. Roma's newly built hospital hosts an extensive list of services with state of the art facilities. A great place for families in a region traditionally rich with oil and gas and farming industries, Roma boasts an abundance of sports, recreation and schooling options. With annual events such as Easter in the Country and the Roma Races, Roma is fast becoming renowned for its enthusiasm in bringing world class Festivals and Events to the local area, showcasing their community spirit; the same community feel that makes Roma a career move you will wish you had made earlier.
What we can do for you
Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.
Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.
- A unique opportunity to support this rural community whilst growing your skills and career!
- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution!
- Make a positive difference to members of our community!
Be a part of something bigger
South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.
Take a look at what Roma has to offer! www.romaqueensland.com.au
For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/
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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