Skip links and keyboard navigation

Job search

Senior Mental Health Clinician - Court Liaison Service


Community Forensic Mental Health Service, Townsville


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Mental Health Clinicians
Classification HP4, Nurse Grade 7
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV692337
Closing date 06-Oct-2026
Job duration
Contact person Benjamin Freedman
Contact details (07) 4433 8116
Access the National Relay Service

About your employer:

Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment where you'll be supported to deliver high-quality care while developing your career.

As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide exposure to complex cases, advanced clinical practice and multidisciplinary teamwork. You'll have access to ongoing professional development, education and training, with strong links to James Cook University supporting your growth.

We offer clear career pathways, with opportunities to specialise, develop leadership capabilities, or expand your experience across other areas, supported by mentorship and professional development programs.

Our organisation is known for its inclusive, supportive culture and strong sense of community. You'll enjoy the benefits of a regional lifestyle with short commutes, a close-knit team environment, and access to both urban and rural healthcare settings.

Located in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers a relaxed lifestyle with affordable living, stunning natural surroundings and outdoor activities, supporting a positive work/life balance.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Base salary range: $140,632 - $152,685 p.a. (NG7)
  • Base salary range: $128,169 - $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Professional development allowance + dedicated leave
  • Plus a range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
  • Relocation assistance may be available for the successful candidate

About your opportunity:

Court Liaison Services (CLS) provides a high-level clinical service as a member of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for the identification, assessment and appropriate referral of individuals with mental illness within Police watch-houses and the court environment and provision of advice to the Magistrates Court regarding issues of soundness of mind, fitness for trial, and treatment needs. CLS also provides advice, support and training to court and watch house staff on mental health issues.

Court Liaison Services are established in locations across Queensland.  The CLS role is positioned within the Townsville Community Forensic Mental Health Service and provides coverage to courts in Townsville and outlying areas as required.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Benjamin Freedman on (07) 4433 8116.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV692337

Applications close: Tuesday, 6 October 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

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

Job search


  1. Please use * for wildcard searches.
  2. Search exact phrase
    Check to search for the exact phrase. Uncheck to return jobs that contain any of the keywords.

  3. Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options

  4. Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options
  5. Salary (yearly) Leave blank if you are searching for casual jobs
  6. Total Remuneration Only used for Senior Medical or Executive positions

Need help? Contact us

If you have any questions about your account or accessing this website, please contact our helpdesk.

If you wish to view or update applications submitted for Queensland Health roles, please log in on the QH Careers site.

Inclusion and diversity

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity, including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.

Graduate portal

This recruitment portal is your gateway to a wide range of graduate program positions on offer in the Queensland Government.

Visit the Queensland Graduate Portal

( https://www.graduates.qld.gov.au/ )
Licence
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia (CC BY 3.0)
Last updated
2 May 2023

Page feedback

  1. How satisfied are you with your experience today? *
View cookie preferences Please click here to view your cookie settings preferences for this site.