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Occupational Therapist, Psychologist or Social Worker (Mental Health Worker)
Kingaroy
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region,Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DD2603679264 |
| Closing date | 27-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Collette Ramsay |
| Contact details | (07) 4162 0487 Access the National Relay Service |
What your day could look like
You'll be part of a multidisciplinary mental health team committed to improving the wellbeing of adults across our region. You'll work closely with colleagues, community partners and consumers to deliver care that is person‑centred, safe and genuinely impactful.
Every day, you'll contribute by:
- Delivering evidence-informed mental health assessment, support and interventions that help consumers move toward better health outcomes
- Working alongside a diverse team to provide coordinated, culturally responsive and timely care across the service
- Guiding and supporting peers or students through shared learning and reflective practice that strengthens our collective capability
- Driving improvements in how we deliver care by contributing ideas, innovation and insights that shape future service quality
Let's talk about you!
You bring a balance of professionalism, empathy and curiosity to your work. You're someone who shows up with integrity, adapts to complexity, and sees every interaction as an opportunity to create dignity and connection. You take pride in making a tangible difference- whether through thoughtful clinical decisions, collaborative problem‑solving or the steady support you offer consumers and colleagues. You're here not just to provide care, but to help shape a healthier future for the communities you serve.
Here's what will help you thrive in this role:
- Current registration or eligibility with the relevant professional body (Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work)
- Strong clinical capability in mental health care, with the ability to apply sound judgement in dynamic situations
- Excellent communication, relationship‑building and teamwork skills
- A commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice and safe, ethical care
You'll stand out if you bring experience working in rural or regional settings and/or postgraduate study in mental health.
Most importantly, you'll share our commitment to compassion, integrity, dignity, innovation and courage- values that shape every interaction and elevate the impact of your work.
Why Join Darling Downs Health?
At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference – and the career possibilities are endless.
Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.
Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.
Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:
- Maximise your take‑home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety
- Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration
- Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport
For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits
Your future is here. Where are you?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” to submit your application and upload the requested documents.
Find out more about us!
Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:
www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
We’re building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.
Before you apply, please take a moment to read the attached documents to learn about the role and process.
Documents
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