Summary
Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
Job details
Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full time
Occupational group: Health - Mental Health Clinicians
Classification: HP5
Workplace Location: Townsville region
Job ad reference: QLD/TV******
Closing date: 01-Oct-****
Fortnightly salary: $******* - $*******
Job duration: TFT, until 30th June ****
Contact person: Tulha Aga
Contact details: **************.
Access the National Relay Service.
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 adaptable 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: $144,991 to $151,289 p.a. (HP5)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
*****% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
Deliver specialist evidence based-trauma focused, culturally validated clinical interventions and leadership to the Social Emotional Mental Wellbeing Team (SEMWT) within the Townsville University Hospital and Health Service providing in-reach services to the Townsville Aboriginal and Islander Health Service (TAIHS).
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal person and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
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.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Tulha Aga on **************.
Applications close: Thursday, 1 October ****.
Please download the Role Description from the Documents section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Advanced Psychologist Or Social Worker Or Occupational Therapist (Identified) (Team Leader)
🏢 Uworkin
📍 Townsville