Job Description

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Rockhampton QLD

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CQMHAODS delivers specialist mental health, alcohol and other drug services across Central Queensland, supporting communities from Rockhampton to the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana regions.

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Join us as we step into the future of mental health care with thebrand-new Adult Inpatient Mental Health Service opening soon at Rockhampton Hospital— a state‐of‐the‐art 32‐bed facility designed to expand support and improve outcomes for our communities.

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About us

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CQMHAODS delivers specialist mental health, alcohol and other drug services across Central Queensland, supporting communities from Rockhampton to the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana regions.

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Join us as we step into the future of mental health care with thebrand-new Adult Inpatient Mental Health Service opening soon at Rockhampton Hospital— a state‐of‐the‐art 32‐bed facility designed to expand support and improve outcomes for our communities.

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About the role

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- Make a meaningful impact: Provide evidence-based social work care that supports recovery, improves outcomes and puts consumers and families at the centre of everything you do.
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- Be part of a powerhouse team: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver assessments, interventions, case management and coordinated care for people experiencing mental health challenges.
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- Lead, support and inspire: Share your expertise by mentoring developing social workers,



supporting students and helping grow a culture of learning and excellence.
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- Help shape the future: Contribute your ideas to quality improvement, service development and new ways of delivering outstanding mental health care.
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About you

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- You hold a Social Work degree (eligible for AASW membership) and bring strong clinical skills in mental health, alcohol and other drug services.
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- Thrive in a multidisciplinary team, build strong connections and confidently advocate for consumers, families and better outcomes.
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- Enjoy supporting others, mentoring students and sharing your knowledge while continuing to develop your own skills.
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- Proactive, adaptable and excited to contribute ideas, improve services and help shape the future of mental health care.
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What we offer

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Total monthly remuneration value of up to $11,047 p.m. is comprised of:

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- An hourly rate between $43.97 - $58.59 p.h.
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- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
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- 17.5% leave loading
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Additional Benefits

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- Ongoing Career development and Education Opportunities
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- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
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- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
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- Paid Parental Leave
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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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- Discounted Private Health Insurance
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- Fitness Passport
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Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements

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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.

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Applications close: Thursday, 10 September 2026

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📌 Social Worker (Inpatient Mental Health) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
📍 Rockhampton