About the work unit / facility
The Alec Illin Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU) provides recovery-focused care in a safe, structured environment for consumers under the Mental Health Act. The unit supports rehabilitation through evidence-based psychological interventions and multidisciplinary collaboration.
About your new employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.
We offer:
* Clinical Excellence: Delivering high-quality care through innovative, evidence-based practices.
* Career Growth: Access to professional development, supervision, and research opportunities.
* Supportive Culture: Work within a values-driven team committed to integrity, compassion, and respect.
* Work/Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements.
Competitive salary and benefits
* Salary between $ $ per fortnight (HP4).
* 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with % loading.
* Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.
About your opportunity
As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will provide advanced psychological assessment and intervention for complex consumers in a secure mental health setting. You will lead therapeutic programs, contribute to service improvement, and support clinical supervision and education within the multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
* Four-year degree in Psychology and registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
* Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical or Forensic Psychology highly regarded.
* Eligibility for Board Approved Supervisor status desirable.
* Class "C" motor vehicle licence required.
* This is a VPD risk role – vaccination evidence required.
* A probationary period may apply.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Watson on
Closing Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
Submit your application and include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.