Mental Health Crisis Responder

4 days ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia Mackay Hospital and Health Service Full time

Mackay Hospital and Health Service provides health services across regional, community, and rural settings. Our expanding Health Service fosters a culture of collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork. The workplace is fast-paced, challenging, and supportive, where every employee plays a critical role in our success.

Working with Mackay Hospital and Health Service offers unique opportunities you won't experience in metropolitan hospitals.

About the Role

The Acute Care Team seeks applications for a Mental Health Co-Responder (Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Social Worker or Clinical Nurse Consultant) on a permanent basis.

Your Opportunity:

The Co-Responder Program aims to prevent and resolve mental health crisis situations through enhanced cooperation between Queensland Health and Queensland Ambulance Service.

About the Team

Acute Care Services provide 24/7 specialized mental health services to consumers within our catchment area. This includes the Mental Health Inpatient Unit and the Acute Care Team. We focus on improving mental health outcomes for individuals with severe mental illness who have become acutely unwell.

Our teams, including the Crisis Support Space and Step Up Step Down programs, focus on hospital avoidance and ongoing recovery-focused care.

About Our Hospital and Health Service

Mackay Hospital and Health Service operates six hospitals, two multi-purpose health services, and four community health centers, employing over 3,700 staff. We cover an area of approximately 90,000 square kilometers and provide services to patients and their families across various locations.



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