Senior Mental Health Clinician (Eating Disorders)

About your opportunity

Permanent full-time (part-time arrangements may be considered by negotiation).

Seeking applications from suitably qualified Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers.

Join the Townsville Eating Disorder Service and play a pivotal role in delivering specialised, evidence-based mental health care to individuals and families affected by eating disorders. As a Senior Mental Health Clinician, you will provide high-level clinical assessment, intervention and treatment services across a variety of settings, including face-to-face, telehealth and videoconferencing platforms.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide clinical leadership and expert professional advice across the Mental Health Service Group, supporting the development of effective care pathways and improving access to specialist eating disorder services. You will collaborate closely with consumers, families, carers and both internal and external stakeholders to promote recovery-oriented, person-centred care.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced clinician to apply their clinical expertise, influence service delivery, and contribute to improved outcomes for individuals experiencing eating disorders within North Queensland communities.

Credentialed status with the Australian and New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders (ANZAED) as an Eating Disorder Clinician is highly desirable. Applicants who are not currently credentialed must demonstrate a willingness to undertake and complete the requirements to achieve ANZAED Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician status.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

About your employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and supportive environment with access to advanced clinical practice, specialised expertise, and opportunities to work within a leading tertiary service. We are committed to ongoing professional development, providing structured career pathways, education and training programs, and strong partnerships with James Cook University.

Our organisation promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, where staff are supported to grow, contribute, and thrive. Located in North Queensland, we offer the benefits of a regional lifestyle, including short commutes, affordable living, and access to diverse urban, rural, and coastal communities—supporting a healthy work/life balance.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Base salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development and locality allowances 
• Plus a range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Flexible working arrangements may be available

Apply now and contribute to improved outcomes for consumers and families affected by eating disorders.

Enquiries are welcome;  please contact: Fiona Smith on (07) 4433 8119.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV689843

Applications close: Monday, 14 September 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.