Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Occupational Therapist (Mental Health Clinician)
Vacancy: Fixed term temporary part-time, up to 26/01/2026, with the possibility of extension, not exceeding 12 months
Location: Kirwan Health Campus, Townsville

About the role:

The key purpose of this position is to:

• Provide occupational therapy mental health practice through the provision of short term co-ordinated case management services and occupational therapy assessment and/or intervention to older persons who suffer from a mental health disorder, or a disorder related to aging complicated by a pre-existing mental disorder.
• Provide psycho-geriatric consultancy, education and community outreach services to Queensland health and other relevant aged care or mental health care providers within Townsville Health Service District and maintain consultation and liaison services within the northern area as negotiated.
• Work collaboratively with consumers and multidisciplinary professionals to provide clinical care and a therapeutic environment conducive to the dignity and well being of consumers and carers.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package value up to $66,283 p.a. comprising:

• Salary range: $39.86 to $58.59 p.h. (HP3)
• Annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements (including long service, sick leave and carer's leave, cultural and bereavement leave, parental and reproductive health leave).
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications (Occupational Therapy) and proof of registration/membership (if applicable).
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• Travel is a requirement of this position.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted including criminal history clearance.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Kellie Hindom on 07 4433 9568.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV638122

Applications close: Monday, 9 June 2025.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.