The Role An prospect has become available for an Occupational Therapist/Psychologist/Social Worker - Senior (Case Manager - Young Adult and Specialist Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Contribute to the development of clinical practice procedures and protocols

Supervise, continuously develop and support staff and students within your specialty area or as delegated

Share high level specialised mental health knowledge and skill in team training and continuing professional development

Work collaboratively with clinicians, multidisciplinary staff, service providers, non-government organisations

About you To be successful in this position you will require:

A tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy, Psychology (or equivalent) or Social Work

AHPRA Registration for Occupational Therapists and Psychologists

Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check) for Social Workers

Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B

Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required

Driver Licence

Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed

Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

Flexible work options

Career Development

Salary Packaging

Modern Facilities

Diverse Work Culture

Research Opportunities

12.75% super

17.5% leave loading

Salary

Temporary full time (up to twelve months)

Base salary ranging from $132,689 - $142,315 per annum

About Us The Child and Youth Mental Health Service is a free, confidential and voluntary service provided by Gold Coast Health.



Our service is available to children and young people from birth to 25 years and their families who live in the Gold Coast region.

Under Better Care Together: A Plan for Queensland's state-funded mental health, alcohol and other drug services to 2027, $28M over five years was committed to establish new and enhance existing specialist Early Psychosis services across the state. This funding has allowed Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service to establish an early psychosis service supporting early detection, timely treatment, care and support for Adolescent and Young Adult experiencing a first episode of psychosis, their families, their carers, and supports.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care

Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion

More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts

Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities

Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best

Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 23 November 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC696478

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📌 Occupational Therapist/Psychologist/Social Worker - Senior (Case Manager - Young Adult and Specialist Services) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service
📍 Gold Coast