Step into something new at Rockhampton Hospital and be part of the brand-new 32-bed Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit supporting mental health care across CQ.

As a Senior Psychologist, you’ll support adults with complex and acute presentations, provide evidence-based psychological care, and work alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team to help consumers, families and carers feel supported and empowered.

And there’s more! For the right person, we can consider visa sponsorship, relocation assistance and short-term accommodation on arrival (conditions apply). You’ll also have access to supported leadership and professional development programs, plus opportunities for regional travel.

If you’re a registered Psychologist with strong clinical skills and a passion for recovery-focused care, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Job details

About us:

Be part of something new! Join us as we step into the future of mental health care in Central Queensland, with the exciting opening of a brand-new Adult Inpatient Mental Health Service at Rockhampton Hospital.

Our Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service supports communities across Rockhampton, the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana regions, delivering specialist care that helps people feel supported, connected and empowered on their recovery journey.

The new 32-bed state-of-the-art facility will feature high and low dependency units, therapy spaces, indoor garden areas and purpose-designed spaces focused on the wellbeing of consumers and staff.

Working alongside inpatient, community and primary health partners, you'll be part of a passionate multidisciplinary team focused on recovery, connection and better mental health outcomes.

About the role:

• Make a meaningful difference. Provide high-quality clinical psychology care for adults with complex and acute mental health presentations, from assessment and intervention through to risk management and discharge planning.
• Be part of the team. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-focused, trauma-informed care that supports consumers, families, carers and significant others.
• Lead, guide and grow. Be a clinical leader and go-to expert, providing supervision, mentoring, education and support to help build confidence and capability across the team.
• Shape better care. Use evidence-based practice, strong communication and clinical expertise to advocate for consumers, contribute to quality improvement and help create safer, more effective and culturally responsive services.

About you:

• You're a registered Psychologist with PsyBA/AHPRA and a current practising certificate. Postgraduate qualifications or endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology or Health Psychology are highly regarded.
• Bring strong expertise in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with the clinical judgement to manage complex presentations, risk and decision-making in an inpatient setting.
• Communicate with confidence, build strong multidisciplinary relationships and use your expertise to support better clinical practice and service development.
• Committed to reflective practice, professional growth, culturally responsive care and creating a safe, recovery-focused environment for consumers.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 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) RK6J694181

Applications close: Monday, 19 October 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6J694181 - Senior Psychologist (Adult Inpatient Unit) (PDF)