Senior Allied Health Practitioner (Senior Psychologist / Senior Social Worker / Senior Occupational Therapist)

About your opportunity

Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the local community. In this role, you will provide clinical leadership and coordinate service delivery within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Working with the Team Leader, you will deliver advanced clinical services across the lifespan, with a focus on child and youth mental health, including assessments, consultation and liaison, case management, and evidence-based interventions, as well as short-term engagement for eligible consumers.

You will also influence service delivery, mentor staff, and collaborate with stakeholders to support continuity of care. If you are passionate about high-quality mental health services and want to make a genuine difference, we encourage you to apply.

Living in Charters Towers

Charters Towers offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and a relaxed, community-focused lifestyle. Known for its strong community spirit and historic charm, the town provides access to open landscapes and outdoor pursuits.

Located just 90 minutes from Townsville, you can enjoy regional living while remaining close to coastal escapes, major shopping and air travel—ideal for those seeking to advance their career alongside lifestyle, wellbeing and connection.

Why join Townsville HHS?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service provides a dynamic environment with access to advanced practice, specialised expertise and complex casework. We support career development through collaboration and innovative models of care.

Enjoy short commutes, strong professional networks and affordable living. We prioritise staff wellbeing through flexible work options, job security and a supportive culture.

Salary & Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration packages, generous leave entitlements and strong support for professional growth.

Packages include

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

Professional Development

• Annual professional development allowance 
• Dedicated professional development leave
• Ongoing training and career‑advancement opportunities

Financial Benefits

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

Workplace Culture & Wellbeing

• Supportive, team‑focused environment 
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and flexible working arrangements 

Relocation support

• Assistance with relocation expenses, including temporary accommodation, may be available for the successful candidate

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Interested?

Enquiries: Janet Smith on (07) 4787 0342.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV685359

Applications close: 27/07/2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.