Senior Mental Health Clinician

1 day ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville Hospital and Health Service Full time $128,169 - $137,918 per year

About the work unit / facility:

The Acute Care Team is the first point of contact for public mental health services. The team provides a 24/7 service that triages consumers and organises either inpatient, community or crisis intervention care based on their individual needs.

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
  • Salary range: $132,562 to $143,924 p.a. (NG7)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Mental Health Clinician to join our Acute Care Team at The Townsville Hospital. In this vital role, you'll provide triage, assessment, and consultation liaison for individuals referred by the Emergency Department, acting as the key point of entry for mental health consumers into the Mental Health Service Group (MHSG) outside of regular business hours.

Applications will be accepted from: Clinical Nurse Consultants, Senior Clinical level Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers.

Requirements:

  • Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable)
  • Possession of class C drivers' licence.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Interested?

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:

Patricia Shirkie on

Apply ONLINE:

Applications close: Thursday, 13 November 2025.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.



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