About the work unit / facility The Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) offers a specialised mental health service for families with children and young people (birth to 18 years) who experience severe and complex mental health problems, and where their needs cannot be met by other services. CYMHS provides a comprehensive, recovery-orientated mental health service that aims to improve the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people and their carer networks. About your new employer Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to advanced medical practices, research, and specialised expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we support professional development through complex casework, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative care. We provide structured career pathways, secondments, and training programs. Whether advancing in clinical specialties, Digital Health, or leadership, staff benefit from mentorship and strong ties with James Cook University. Nestled in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville HHS spans vibrant rural, urban, country, and coastal communities. Staff enjoy affordable living, natural beauty, and outdoor activities in a relaxed setting. We prioritise wellbeing through flexible work options, job security, and a family-friendly environment, combining regional lifestyle with modern healthcare benefits. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. * Base salary range: $4912.70 to $5286.40 p.f. (HP4) * 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading * 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation * Plus great Salary Packaging options * Flexible working arrangements may be available About your opportunity * Deliver high level Occupational Therapy services within a multidisciplinary team in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards, with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision. * Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload, adapting routine clinical practice as required and utilising evidence-based principles. * Participate as a member of the child and youth mental health team in providing comprehensive mental health assessment, case management, intervention or group work as required within a multidisciplinary framework, ensuring the implementation of individual assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow up, multidisciplinary consultation, liaison with referring agents, discharge planning and evaluation of care using appropriate outcome and data measurement systems. Requirements: Tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Occupational Therapist Board Australia (AHPRA). Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Interested? Enquiries: Amanda Cran on 07 4433 9004. Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV673740 Applications close: 02/02/2026. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.