Listed By : Townsville Hospital and Health Service on 11 Aug 2025
Theopportunity
Are you passionateabout making a real impact in mental health care? The Mental Health ServiceGroup (MHSG) is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinician to join our dynamicAcute Care Team (ACT) working across both community settings and Townsville UniversityHospital Emergency Department.
What you'll do:
* Providetriage, assessment, and evidence-based treatment within amultidisciplinary team
* Collaboratewith emergency department staff to develop clinical pathways for patientsneeding psychiatric care
* Delivermobile crisis response, consultation liaison, and case management.
* Upholdthe Recovery Model and ensure culturally responsive care for consumers andcarers
* Maintainclinical supervision for yourself and support others in their professionaldevelopment
Who we're looking for:
* Aclinician with strong clinical knowledge and a commitment toindividualised, patient-centred care
* Somonewho thrives in fast-paced environments and values team collaboration
* Aprofessional who prioritises safety, cultural awareness, and legislativecompliance
This role aligns with the 10-yearMental Health Strategy for Queensland and the National Standards for MentalHealth Services—offering you the change to contribute meaningfully to thefuture of mental health care.
What's on offer?
* PermanentFull-time or Part-time (hours negotiable)
* Pro rata remuneration packagebased of full-time of up to $132,567 p.a., comprising:
o Basesalary range of $79,051 - $116,189 p.a. (full-time) or $39.86 0 $58.59 p.h.(part-time)
o Recreationalleave loading (17.5%)
o Employercontribution to superannuation (12.75%)
Additional benefits
* On-call and shift allowances (ifapplicable)
* A four-year degree in Psychology(Honours or Graduate Diploma) from an accredited tertiary institution
* Registration with the PsychologyBoard of Australia (AHPRA)
* A current 'C' class motorvehicle licence
Working for Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS)
At Townsville HHS our vision is world-class healthcarefor northern Queensland. We foster a workplace culture that values, supports, anddevelops our people—offering rewarding career progression and encouragingcontinuous growth through capability building and higher duties opportunities.
WhyTownsville?
Townsville is a vibrant, coastal city in tropical North Queensland, offering a uniqueblend of natural beauty, rich history and modern amenities. With stunningbeaches, the iconic Castle Hill, and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef andMagnetic Island, it's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. As a hub for education,defence, and culture, Townsville combines a laid-back lifestyle with affordableliving—making it an ideal place to call home.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and help shape the futureof mental health in Townsville.
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