Mental Health Clinician (Disaster Recovery)

About this role

About the work unit / facility

The Disaster Recovery Team within the Mental Health Service Group provides specialised mental health support following significant disasters. Our team delivers trauma-focused assessments, short-term interventions, and community outreach to promote resilience and recovery for individuals and families impacted by mass trauma events.

About your new employer

Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.

We offer:

• Clinical Excellence: Deliver evidence-based mental health care aligned with national standards and Queensland Recovery Plan.
• Career Growth: Access professional development, supervision, and opportunities to work across diverse mental health settings.
• Supportive Culture: Join a multidisciplinary team committed to collaboration, inclusion, and quality improvement.
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the lifestyle benefits of North Queensland.

Competitive salary and benefits

• Salary between $3030.00 – $4453.50 per fortnight (HP3).
• 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading.
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.

Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.

About your opportunity

As a Mental Health Clinician in the Disaster Recovery Team, you will provide trauma-focused assessments, short-term interventions, and case management for individuals and families affected by disasters. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that supports recovery and resilience.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy, with current registration or eligibility for membership.
• Compliance with VPD requirements.
• Highly desirable:
  • Formal training or qualifications in individual or group therapies
  • While not mandatory, eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be well regarded.
• Current “C” class driver's licence.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and provide outreach services.
• A probationary period may apply.

Application details

Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact:

Samuel Philip on (07) 4433 4145.

Closing Date: Sunday, 4 January 2026.

Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670517, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.