Senior Mental Health Specialist

5 days ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Michelle Underhill Full time
About Open Minds

Open Minds is a leading organization dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Our mission is rooted in empowering individuals, acting with integrity and curiosity, and working collaboratively.

About the Role

The Senior Mental Health Specialist - Suicide Prevention Response will play a pivotal role in establishing and implementing a service delivery model that supports consumers accessing North Queensland stepped care services experiencing elevated suicide risk. This position requires utilizing safety planning intervention models and the Safeside suicide prevention framework to deliver timely, evidence-based risk reduction strategies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide clinical oversight and inspiring leadership to a team of dedicated mental health clinicians
  • Establish and implement a service delivery model that supports consumers accessing North Queensland stepped care services experiencing elevated suicide risk
  • Engage with a network of passionate stakeholders to develop referral pathways and ensure seamless integration with existing services
Requirements
  • Tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, occupational therapy, nursing, or other related clinical disciplines
  • Registration with a relevant professional body such as AHPRA or AASW
  • Advanced skills in clinical risk assessment and evidence-based interventions
  • Expertise in evidence-based suicide prevention frameworks
  • Experience working in cross-cultural settings
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership skills
Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package of $95,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits including flexible work hours, professional development opportunities, and a positive and collaborative work environment.



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