Mental Health Coordinator (Perinatal) – Together in Mind, Mental Health Resource and Specialist Services, Townsville University Hospital, HP4, Permanent Part-time
Join a passionate multidisciplinary team delivering innovative perinatal mental health care across North Queensland.
Job details
Position statusPermanent
Position typePart-time
Occupational groupHealth - Mental Health Clinicians
ClassificationHP4, Nurse Grade 7
Workplace LocationTownsville region
Job ad referenceQLD/TV655067
Closing date02-Sep-2025
Yearly salary$128169 - $143924
Salary Other$64.64 to $72.58 ph
Job durationPermanent Part-time, 38 hrs per fortnight
Contact personFiona Smith
Contact details(07) 4433 8119
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About the work unit / facility
Mental Health Specialist Services / Mental Health Service Group / Townsville
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
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.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
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
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes and a relaxed 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:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $64.64 to $72.58 p.h. (HP4, Nurse Grade 7)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
Perinatal Mental Health Coordinators provide a consultation-liaison service for perinatal mental health consumers within Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS), working in partnership with THHS staff and the primary health care sector to provide a pathway to care for women at risk of perinatal mental health issues.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- - Nursing: Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Social Work: Appropriate Tertiary Degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited institution.
- Further qualifications/training in the Perinatal and Infant Mental Health field is highly desirable.
- This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Fiona Smith on (07) 4433 8119.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV655067
Applications close: Tuesday, 2 September 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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