Advanced Health Practitioner - Suicide Prevention and Postvention
Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Rockhampton QLD
About us:
We're here to make a real difference in people's lives.
We provide specialist mental health and alcohol and other drug support to communities acrossRockhampton, Yeppoon, Gladstone, Biloela, Moura, Woorabinda and the Central Highlands, reaching more than 250,000 people.
Rockhampton is our central hub, bringing together inpatient, community and acute care services, backed by experienced clinicians and dedicated support teams.
Our Acute Care Service operates 24/7, providing specialised mental health care when people need it most.
From hospital-based care to support in the community, wework together to deliver compassionate, connected careand help people take positive steps towards better mental health.
About the role:
Passionate about making a difference and saving lives?
Take the lead in driving meaningful change across Central Queensland.
You'll bring suicide prevention strategies to life, champion the Zero Suicide approach and work alongside teams across the Health Service to build a stronger, more connected and sustainable approach to suicide prevention.
Help create safer pathways, strengthen support and make a real difference in our communities.
About you:
The qualifications:A degree in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work or Nursing, with current professional registration.
Postgraduate qualifications in mental health or AOD are highly regarded.




The clinical know-how:Strong contemporary mental health knowledge and experience in suicide prevention, risk assessment, safety planning, suicide-specific treatment and aftercare.
The leadership skills:Experience leading within acute or community mental health services, providing expert clinical guidance and supporting the growth and development of others.
The big-picture thinking:Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop partnerships, navigate complex projects and turn innovative ideas into meaningful action.
Mental Health Clinicians
Hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following:
Occupational Therapy
Psychology
Social Work
Registered Nurse (if applicable)
What we offer:
Total monthly remuneration value of up to $14,799 p.m. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $***** - $***** p.h.
*****% employer superannuation contribution
17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits:
Ongoing Career development and Education Opportunities
Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
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.
Applications close: Wednesday, 25th November ****
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📌 Advanced Health Practitioner - Suicide Prevention And Postvention (Rockhampton)
🏢 Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
📍 Rockhampton