Occupational Therapist or Psychologist or Social Worker - Senior, HP4, Hospital in the Home, Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services - H2607WB688310

Join Our Hospital in the Home Mental Health Team. We're seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, or Social Worker – Senior (Mental Health Clinician) to join our team. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, recovery-focused mental health care in community settings, supporting consumers to receive hospital-level care in the comfort of their own homes.

If you're passionate about collaborative, person-centred care and making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Your opportunity:

- Function as a senior clinician within the multidisciplinary team to provide evidence based best practice clinical advice, direction and problem solving, goal setting and prioritising for clinical services to consumers and carers experiencing and affected by responsible mental disorders and other serious mental health problems across the community to clients of the Hospital in the Home Mental Health Program.
- Provide clinical consultation, assessment and discipline specific interventions for consumers admitted to the acute adult inpatient unit at the Maryborough Mental Health Unit. Including the development of inpatient day programs for groups and individuals.
- Assist the Team Leader with clinical problem solving, clinical advice and team direction.
- Participation in all aspects of the Model of Service Delivery for the Hospital in the Home Mental Health Program.
- Deliver clinical services within an integrated mental health service environment with a multidisciplinary team focus. The provisions of these services are to consumers and carers experiencing and affected by serious mental disorders and other serious mental health problems across both the community and inpatient settings.

Qualifications and other requirements:

- Psychologists:



Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as a Psychologist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
- Occupational Therapists: Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as an Occupational Therapist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
- Social Workers: Mandatory possession of a recognised degree in Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Eligibility is dependent on the candidate having completed a University level Social Work degree accredited by the AASW and that the candidate does not have any other outstanding professional competency or ethical issues or complaints known to the AASW which may preclude membership.
- Overseas qualified Social Work candidates require a “certification of eligibility” letter from the AASW to confirm their eligibility for membership. Overseas qualified applicants should include such evidence with their application to be considered for short-listing in the selection process.
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

Why join us? Career Growth : At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.

Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.

Impactful Work:



Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.

Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and adaptable work arrangements and leave options.

Our offer: You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $24,846 p.a., comprising salary rates between $64.64 - $69.56 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP4) (Permanent Part Time, 12 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2607WB688310.

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and qualified growth:

- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
- Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Adaptable work arrangements to support work–life balance
- The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Fraser Coast The Fraser Coast , known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island) , the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough . Application: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2607WB688310

Closing Date: Monday, 10th August 2026

📌 Occupational Therapist or Psychologist or Social Worker - Senior (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)
🏢 Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service
📍 Hervey Bay