About the work unit / facility
Specialist Services Team / Mental Health Service Group / Townsville
About your opportunity
The Townsville Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Mental Health Service has been developed to better meet the needs of consumers with neurodivergent disorders, developmental disorders and congenital intellectual disability who access Townsville Mental Health services. This is a multi-disciplinary team with a combination of Allied Health, Nursing and Mental Health medical staff who will provide specialised clinical support to the Townsville and North West HHSs using a consultation-liaison model to offer assessment and management advice to the Mental Health Alcohol Other Drugs (MHAOD) and Health services supporting clients with co-occurring IDD and complex needs.
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. 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 solid 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. 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.
Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. * Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4) * 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading * 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation * Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration * The successful applicant must possess a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited tertiary institution. Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia is required. * Appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be highly desirable. * Highly regarded: High level of clinical knowledge, discipline specific Occupational Therapy expertise, and skill relevant to Intellectual and Developmental Disorder and Mental Health service delivery. * This position requires the incumbent to operate a class 'C' motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. * This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Fiona Smith on (07) 4433 8119.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV691990
Applications close: Wednesday, 30 September 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

📌 Occupational Therapist - Senior (Intellectual and Developmental Disability Mental Health Service) (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville