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About us:

The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service provides specialist mental health, substance, and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Gladstone, Banana Shire (Biloela, Moura, Theodore) Woorabinda and Central Highlands districts and adult inpatients of the Central West Hospital and Health Service (catchments in excess of a population of 250,000).

Rockhampton is the principal service centre, hub, for this area and as such oversights the medical coverage, professional supervision of the medical officers and nurse practitioners, administration of the Mental Health Act, 2016, and support for accreditation and implementation of programs as well as acute inpatient facilities for the Central Queensland Mental Health teams and the ECT services.

About the role:

Provide high quality psychiatry services to consumers of the Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service and provide clinical leadership for the Mental Health clinical team.

The position may also be required to provide services to: Gladstone, Biloela, Blackwater, Emerald and Moura Hospitals; Woorabinda Health Service and Outreach Clinic; Gemfields Outreach Clinic; Capricorn Coast Hospital and Health Service and Outreach Clinic, and the associated Mental Health clinics.

About you:

• The position requires a candidate with a solid background in psychiatric practice. The successful candidate will also demonstrate extensive skills in facilitating effective mental health care across the continuum of Psychiatry of Old Age inpatient and community settings and within a multidisciplinary environment.
  • MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
  • Registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Psychiatry with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA). In general, this will require Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP).
  • Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Certificate in Psychiatry of Old Age or have an interest in Psychiatry of Old Age.
  • Eligibility for accreditation as a RANZCP-approved supervisor.
  • Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program with the appropriate bodies.
    
  What we offer:
  
  Salary information:
  
  Total remuneration value of up to $528,432 p.a. is comprised of:
  • A salary rate between $251,527 - $266,677 p.a. (L25-L27)
  • A salary rate between $210,332 - $244,313 p.a. (L18-L24)
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading
    
    
  Other benefits include:
  • Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($21,500 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
  • Overtime and on call allowances
  • Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
  • Generous Salary Sacrificing
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance
  • Fitness Passport
    
    
  Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
  
  It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
  
  How to apply:
  
  To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and "How you will be Assessed" section of the Role Description.
  • Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
    
    
  Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
  
  For assistance, contact Senior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5H657531
  
  Applications close: Sunday, 12 October 2025
  
  #Rockhampton #Yeppoon #EmuPark
  
  Further information
  
  We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
  
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  • Employment typeFull-time
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  • IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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