At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality mental health services to children and youth in Charters Towers.
- Company: Join Queensland Health, a leader in innovative healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Experience a supportive community culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Must have qualifications in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, or Social Work.
The predicted salary is between 80016 - 116189 $ per year.
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting‑edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Living and working in Charters Towers provides a rare opportunity to enjoy professional fulfilment with a welcoming, supportive team, alongside a relaxed, community‑centred lifestyle. Located just an hour and a half from Townsville, residents enjoy the benefits of regional living with city amenities close by, making Charters Towers an attractive option for individuals or families seeking balance and lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
- Salary range: $80,016 to $116,189 p.a. (HP3)
- Salary range: $114,532 to $122,643 p.a. (NG6-1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus options may be available
This is a multi-disciplinary role - applications are being sought from Nursing and Allied Health Professionals including those with qualifications in Occupational Therapy, Psychology and Social Work.
About your opportunity:
Provide a high-quality specialist, case management mental health service to child and youth persons with serious mental health problems and their families in Charters Towers in keeping with national and state requirements. Support the implementation of the Model of Service Delivery, National and State Mental Health policies and plans through active participation of appropriate service delivery activities. Work collaboratively with consumers and multi-disciplinary professionals to provide clinical care and a therapeutic environment conducive to the dignity and well‑being of consumers and carers within the Mental Health Service. All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the Service.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications (Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology and Social Work) and proof of registration (if applicable).
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including Blue Card checks.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Samuel Philip on (07) 4433 4567.
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