Join our dedicated Mental Health Services team as a Clinical Coordinator – Prison Mental Health, where you will lead the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based mental health care within a correctional environment. In this senior role, you will coordinate multidisciplinary clinical services, provide expert guidance to staff, and ensure safe, person-centred care for individuals in custody. Ideal for an experienced mental health clinician with strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Mental Health Clinicians
Classification HP4, Nurse Grade 7
Workplace Location Wide Bay
Job ad reference QLD/H2609WB692710
Closing date 07-Oct-2026
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Contact person April Leslie
Contact details (07) 4122 8777
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Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

- This position provides high level consultation, advice, support and leadership to the Prison Mental Health Service (PMHS) multidisciplinary team working with people in custody who have or are suspected of having a mental illness. The (Clinical Coordinator) is responsible for the coordination, ongoing development, review, and quality improvement of the mental health services provided by the PMHS team within the correctional environment.
- The (Clinical Coordinator) will also provide direct clinical care, including triage of referrals, assessment, discharge planning and brief interventions to people referred to the service. In addition, this position is expected to establish, foster, and maintain relationships with a range of other government and non-government agencies, including Prison Health Services (PHS) and Queensland Corrective Services in the ongoing care and treatment of persons with a mental illness.

Temporary Full Time (76 hours p.f.) from date of appointment for 6 months with the possibility of extension.

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:





You will receive a competitive salary between $5,390.40 - $5,852.40 p.f (Nurse Grade 7) or $4,912.70 - $5,286.40 (HP4)., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7/HP4) (Temporary Full Time, 76 hours p.f., from date of appointment for 6 months with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for the duration of the vacancy). Job Ad Reference: H2609WB692710

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

- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive

options to maximise your take-home pay * Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
- The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

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The , 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 , the location of incredible 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 .

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The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

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