Psychologist (Diversion Team)

5 days ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service Full time $104,000 - $132,567 per year

You're a passionate Psychologist ready to make a lasting impact, and Central Queensland is where you'll shine

Join Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (CQMHAODS) in Rockhampton—Australia's vibrant beef capital on the Fitzroy River. With 300 sunny days, stunning Botanic Gardens & Zoo, Mount Archer trails, and easy access to Great Keppel Island and the Great Barrier Reef, you'll love the work-life balance here

Deliver culturally safe, high-level psychology services—expert assessments, interventions, and referrals—to reduce harm and boost wellbeing in our community.

About us:

Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (CQMHAODS) provides specialist mental health, substance and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana areas with services located in each area. Rockhampton is the principal service centre and location of the Acute Adult Inpatient Facilities. An Adult Step Up Step Down facility located in Gladstone and an Adult Community Care Unit located in Rockhampton.

The Service aims to reduce the harm from alcohol and other drug use as well as improve the health and wellbeing of our clients, their families, and the community. Our main office is in Rockhampton, with outreach services located in other areas including Yeppoon, Emerald, Blackwater and Biloela.

About the role:

The AODS Psychologist provides a high level of specialist clinical psychology practice in the delivery of drug and alcohol health services to clients of the service. The position promotes harm reduction and primary health care principles in engaging target client groups and the broader community.

About you:

  • Applicants must possess an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four-year qualification in Psychology and general or provisional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA).
  • Upcoming graduates awaiting conferral of qualifications and registration will be considered for this role.
  • Post-graduate qualifications in relevant Psychology or addiction courses would be highly regarded, as would PsyBA approved supervisor status.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $ $58.59 p.h.
  • 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 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 apply, please submit the following:

  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
  • Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

Contact:

Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5I661229.

Applications close:
Sunday, 19 October 2025

Rockhampton

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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