Senior Mental Health Clinician (Clinical Nurse Consultant / Senior Psychologist / Senior Occupational Therapist / Senior Social Worker)

About your opportunity

This senior clinical role within the Acute Care Team at Townsville University Hospital plays a key part in delivering responsive mental health care for people presenting in acute distress. You will provide triage, comprehensive assessment and consultation liaison for individuals referred through the Emergency Department, acting as a key point of entry into the Mental Health Service Group outside of regular business hours.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will support timely clinical decision‑making and safe care pathways. While primarily based in the Emergency Department, the role also includes opportunities to work across hospital and community settings to support continuity of care.

The role operates within a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and contributes to 24/7 mental health service delivery through a rotating roster.

Clinicians who value purposeful clinical work, strong teamwork and supporting people at their point of greatest need will find this role highly rewarding.

Why join Townsville HHS?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic tertiary healthcare environment with access to advanced practice, specialised expertise and complex casework. As a leading referral service, we support professional development through multidisciplinary collaboration and innovative models of care.

You'll enjoy metro‑level healthcare opportunities while benefiting from a relaxed regional lifestyle, including short commutes, strong professional connections and affordable living. Townsville combines coastal living with diverse community, urban and regional settings.

We prioritise staff wellbeing through flexible working options, job security and a supportive workplace culture, offering the best of regional living alongside a modern health service.

Salary and Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration packages with generous leave entitlements and a strong focus on professional growth.

Packages include

• 17.5% recreational leave loading
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

Professional Development

• Annual professional development allowance
• Dedicated professional development leave
• Access to ongoing training, supervision and career‑advancement opportunities

Financial Benefits

• Attractive salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Additional allowances and entitlements as per relevant award/EB agreement

Workplace Culture & Wellbeing

• Supportive, team‑focused environment with strong multidisciplinary collaboration
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programs
• Opportunities to develop experience across a range of clinical environments

Please refer to the Role Description for further details. 

Interested?

Enquiries: Patricia Shirkie on (07) 4433 9480.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV682314

Applications close:22/06/2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.