At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide specialist mental health support and interventions for community members.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at the Rural and Remote Mental Health Program.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Other info: Work in beautiful rural communities and enjoy a collaborative team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must have qualifications in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Townsville, Queensland
Permanent full-time, multiple positions
About your opportunity:
The Mental Health Clinician will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and other service providers to provide specialist mental health and alcohol and drugs interventions for community members (and their families) across the lifespan who experience complex and severe problems relating to their mental health and/or alcohol, or other drug use disorders. All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the service.
About the work unit:
The Rural and Remote Mental Health Program provides mental health and alcohol and drugs services to rural and remote communities within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service area. These services are coordinated through four community mental health teams located in Palm Island, Ingham, Burdekin and Charters Towers. This employment opportunity is located in the Burdekin Mental Health Service based at the Ayr Hospital.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications (Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work) and proof of registration (if applicable).
- Possession of class C drivers’ licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role – Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.
Further your career within Mental Health today.
Enquiries: Paige Davis on (07) 4433 2421.
Job Application Reference: QLD-TV694483
Applications close: Sunday, 8 November 2026
Clinical Nurse / Occupational Therapist / Psychologist / Social Worker employer: Society for Social Work and Research
Join a dedicated team at Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services, where we prioritise the well-being of children and young people facing mental health challenges. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while our competitive remuneration package and generous benefits ensure you are well rewarded for your vital contributions. Located in the beautiful regions of Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, and Maryborough, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career in a community-focused environment that values collaboration and innovation.
Contact Details:
Society for Social Work and Research Recruitment Team
