At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide recovery-focused mental health care and support to individuals in the community.
- Company: Join Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, making a difference in mental health.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work-life balance, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with strong community partnerships and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on people's lives while growing your career in mental health.
- Qualifications: Relevant clinical degree; upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply!
The predicted salary is between 43.97 - 58.59 $ per hour.
Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Rockhampton QLD
CQMHAODS is all about making a difference in mental health and wellbeing across Central Queensland, supporting more than 250,000 people across Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana. Rockhampton is our main hub, home to acute adult inpatient services and Mental Health Act administration, with specialist services also operating across the region. Our community teams support adults living with complex mental illness through assessment, care coordination, therapy, support and recovery-focused interventions—in clinics, homes and the community. We work together with hospitals, GPs, private providers and community services to help people reduce symptoms, build resilience and take the next step in their recovery.
About the role:
- Provide recovery-focused mental health care to people living in the community, supporting consumers, families and carers along their journey.
- Deliver assessment, treatment, case management and follow-up as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- Build strong relationships with GPs, community organisations and healthcare teams to champion the needs of your consumers and support positive outcomes.
- Use your clinical judgement, share your knowledge with students and colleagues, and build your expertise through teamwork, supervision and professional development.
About you:
- Bring your qualifications. You'll have a relevant clinical degree and be eligible for registration or membership with the appropriate professional body. Upcoming graduates are welcome to apply too!
- Bring your clinical skills. You have a solid foundation in adult mental health practice and understand the importance of recovery-focused care.
- Be a team player. You communicate confidently, build strong partnerships and enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams, government and community service providers.
- Keep learning and growing. You can juggle priorities, manage your time and contribute to your own and others' development through education, networking and evidence-based practice.
Mental Health Clinicians hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work.
What we offer:
- Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of an hourly rate between $43.97 - $58.59 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.
Applications close: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
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Contact Details:
Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service Recruitment Team
