Clinical Nurse Consultant (Step-Up Step-Down)
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This role is within the Step-Up Step-Down service, a short‑term sub‑acute residential service (up to 28 days) that delivers recovery‑focused mental health support to central Queensland consumers with severe mental health issues.
About the role
The Clinical Nurse Consultant is a Registered Nurse who will partner with the non‑government organisation (NGO) and the multi‑disciplinary mental health teams of the Central Queensland Hospital Health Service to deliver specialist clinical mental health nursing practice. Responsibilities include:
* Intake, assessment and short‑term, intensive mental health interventions
* Admission and discharge planning in collaboration with the appointed NGO
* Providing evidence‑based mental health interventions to consumers
About you
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a current annual practising certificate.
* Eligible to achieve and maintain Authorised Mental Health Practitioner status and perform duties under the Mental Health Act 2016.
* Desirable: post‑registration or tertiary qualifications in mental health nursing/education; credentialed status with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses; knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2016 and National Standards for Mental Health Services 1996.
What we offer
* Hourly rate between $66.85 and $72.58
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
Additional benefits
* Ongoing professional development and education opportunities
* Flexible work‑life balance and variety
* Generous salary sacrificing options
* Paid parental leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted private health insurance
* Fitness passport
Vaccine preventive disease requirements
Vaccination against vaccine‑preventable diseases is a condition of employment.
How to apply
* Current CV or resume (with referees)
* A cover letter (1‑2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations.
* Any additional forms or evidence as listed in the role description.
Please note: pre‑employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. For assistance, contact (Job Ad Reference: GL5L ).
Applications close: Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
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Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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