At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide clinical support and interventions for mental health in a correctional setting.
- Company: Join QCS, a leader in mental health services within the correctional system.
- Benefits: Enjoy work-life balance, annual pay increases, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work required.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
You'll join our team at the Woodford Correctional Centre, as part of the mental health services team and provide a range of clinical support to adults in our care including:
- Conducting independent risk assessments of harm to self or others, including acute or chronic risk
- Providing psychoeducation related to mental health conditions, symptoms and treatment options to individuals
- Delivering individual or group-based skill acquisition focused interventions aimed at developing coping skills and building resilience
- Maintaining a high level of knowledge and contemporary understanding of psychopathology, diagnostic classification systems and clinical and psychometric assessment tools
This position is based at Woodford Correctional Centre, located just outside of the Glass House Mountains in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The centre has both a Maximum-Security Unit and a purpose-built Safety Unit, accommodating some of the most complex and vulnerable male prisoners. Clinicians at the Woodford Correctional Centre undertake assessments, case management and provide interventions that promote the mental health, wellbeing and safety of prisoners.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Psychology or Behavioural Science and hold or be eligible for either general or provisional registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA; OR
- Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and hold or be eligible for registration with AHPRA, OR;
- Tertiary qualifications in Social Work and eligibility for membership with AASW
- Class Driver's Licence.
Mental Health Services within QCS provides clinicians with the opportunity to work at the intersection of mental health, disability, rehabilitation and public safety. You'll also:
- Enjoy work life balance with hours between Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, working 72.5 hours per fortnight. Flexible working arrangements can be considered.
- Receive annual pay increases, 12.75% employer super contribution and 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Be encouraged and supported in ongoing professional development.
We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you have a health condition, disability, or cultural or linguistic background that requires adjustments, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We will support you to participate equitably throughout the recruitment process.
Mental Health Clinician in Eton employer: Queensland Government
Runcorn Heights State School and Kuraby State School are exceptional employers, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that celebrates diversity and fosters strong community ties. With modern facilities and a commitment to professional development, educators have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while coordinating enriching cultural exchanges with sister schools in Japan. Join us in shaping enthusiastic learners in a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
