The Role
An opportunity has become available for several Clinical Nurse (Mental Health - Child and Youth ACCESS Team) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Provide comprehensive care to consumers with acute mental health issues
* Manage a portfolio consistent with skill level and level of practice
* Participate in the identification, development and implementation of quality and service improvement activities
* Establish and maintain partnerships with consumers and their family/carers in cooperation with other care providers
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
* Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
* A graduate certificate or greater within a relevant specialty area is highly desirable
* Credentialed through the College of Mental Health Nurses (or be prepared to work towards a credential in Mental Health Nursing)
* Driver Licence
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
* Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Permanent full time and permanent part time (several positions, hrs negotiable)
* Base salary ranging from $107,960 - $115,604 per annum, $54.44 - $58.30 per hour
About Us
The Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) Access Team is a multidisciplinary, multi-speciality team within the Gold Coast CYMHS. This team provide ongoing care coordination and therapeutic care for children and young people (0-18 years) with severe and complex mental health problems presenting to a local Emergency Department or within the community.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Chance to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 2 December 2025
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC669304
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.