You will be joining a team of experienced and highly skilled clinicians who provide expert community-based clinical care to consumers who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness.The team takes pride in delivering great quality care to achieve the best possible clinical outcomes for our consumer cohort.Enjoy a sea change to the beautiful Gold Coast, offering lifestyle and work-life balance.Please note that this role may be filled by a Clinical Nurse as per the attached Role DescriptionAbout Your New RoleYou will commence each shift with a morning or afternoon huddle, where the multidisciplinary team comes together to discuss operational priorities, workload allocation, and the shift ahead.
Your daily schedule will typically include a combination of home visits, telehealth appointments, and/or clinic-based reviews, with consumers having been appropriately triaged and risk assessed prior to engagement.
You will have dedicated time to review relevant clinical documentation and prepare for appointments.
You will work collaboratively with consumers from diverse backgrounds who may be experiencing a range of acute mental health crises, psychosocial stressors, or periods of deterioration.The team setting is highly supportive, with access to experienced senior clinicians acting as shift coordinators to provide guidance with complex presentations, risk management, and operational or scheduling matters.
Team Leads are accessible across morning and late weekday shifts, and there are regular opportunities to participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and in-service development, with protected time allocated to support ongoing learning and professional growth.Your Key ResponsibilitiesWork within a motivated multidisciplinary teamProvide short term care for consumers experiencing acute mental health concerns in a community and clinic settingAssess mental state and clinical risk and plan/provide associated clinical interventionsQualifications and ExperienceTo be successful in this position you will require:A tertiary degree in, Occupational Therapy,



Psychology or Social WorkCurrent registration with AHPRA (Occupational Therapy, Psychologist only)Eligibility for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (Social Worker only)A minimum of 2-years of recent post-graduate clinical experience in public sector mental health careEvidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis BTuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be requiredDrivers LicenceDeclaration of serious discipline history must be disclosedCriminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)Benefits of working with Gold Coast HealthFlexible work options on offer to support a work life balancePenalty shifts allowances/overtime benefitsAccess to a balanced mix of day and late shifts, operating between the hours of 7:30am and 10pm across a 7-day weekDiverse Work Culture*****% super +17.5% leave loading + Salary PackagingEmployee Assistance ProgramPermanent full time and Temporary full time (Temporary is up to 6 months, with the possibility of extension)Base salary ranging from $114,532 - $122,643 per annum or $4,****** - $4,****** per fortnightAbout Gold Coast HealthNationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health careMore than **** beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health PrecinctsSecondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilitiesA workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their bestCommitted to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belongGold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment.
Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.For further in‐depth requirements please refer to the attached Role Description.
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📌 Occupational Therapist (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Gold Coast