Mental Health Co-Responder

2 weeks ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $72,058 - $172,615 per year

*About us:
Central Queensland Mental Heatlh Alcohol and Other Drugs Service provides specialist mental health, substance and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Gladstone, Biloela, Moura, Woorabinda and Central Highlands districts and adult patients of the Central West Hospital and Health Service (catchments in excess of a population of 250,000).
The Acute Care Services provides a specialised mental health service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for consumers of the Rockhampton and broader Central Queensland Hospital and Health Services areas.
About the role:
The Co-Responder will work collaboratively with QAS to enhance the capacity of all services to effectively respond to individuals who may have a mental illness and come to the attention of emergency services.
Demonstrates expert specialist knowledge, experience and clinical skills in mental state assessment, risk assessment, referral and the application of the Mental Health Act
The Co-Responder will act as a refence point for other clinicians in the Mental Health Service regarding liaison with QAS and complex community mental health assessments and brief intervention.
Participate and contribute to research activities and evaluation of the Model required within the work unit.
About you:
Hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following:
Occupational Therapy
Psychology
Social Work
Registered Nurse
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $172,615 p.a. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $ $72.58 p.h. (Nurse Grade 7)
An hourly rate between $ $76.30 p.h. (HP5)
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.
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
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5H655452
Applications close: Wednesday, 3 September 2025

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