Psychotherapy Coordinator (HP4 / NG7), Mental Health Service Group, Townsville Hospital, Permanent Part-Time
Join our Psychotherapy Specialist Clinic supporting adults with complex mental health needs. Deliver psychodynamic therapy and lead service coordination in a multidisciplinary team.
About the work unit / facility
The Psychotherapy Specialist Clinic (PSC) is part of the Mental Health Service Group (MHSG) at Townsville Hospital. The PSC provides psychodynamic psychotherapy services to adults experiencing psychological distress related to life experiences. The clinic is supported by a multidisciplinary team and offers a collaborative, evidence-based approach to mental health care.
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, evidence-based psychotherapy services in a specialist clinic setting.
* Career Growth: Opportunities for supervision, training, and leadership in psychodynamic therapy.
* Supportive Culture: Work within a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and professional development.
* Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible part-time hours in a vibrant North Queensland location.
Competitive salary and benefits
* Salary between $64.64 – $72.58 per hour (HP4 / Nurse Grade 7).
* 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 Psychotherapy Coordinator, you will lead and deliver psychodynamic psychotherapy services through the PSC. You will manage a caseload, provide supervision and education, and contribute to service development. This role suits experienced clinicians with a passion for psychodynamic therapy and mental health service innovation.
Requirements
* Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration with AHPRA or professional association (Psychology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work).
* Experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy and mental health service delivery.
* Eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016.
* Credentialing or eligibility to supervise RANZCP trainees is highly desirable.
* Evidence of vaccination against VPDs and TB screening as per Queensland Health policy.
* Current Class C driver's licence.
* A probationary period may apply.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Fiona Smith on
Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
Submit your application via ( ), include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.