About your new employer
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University.

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $75,090 to $103,261 p.a. (HWF3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus attractive Salary Sacrificing options
• Flexible working arrangements may be available

About your opportunity

• Provide culturally appropriate guidance and assistance in the assessment and treatment planning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people receiving care from Palm Island Community Mental Health Team.
• Provide cultural support, guidance and advocacy to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers/families/carers and other key stakeholders who may be involved with the person's care.
• Participate in the establishment and maintenance of communication networks between the Palm Island Community Mental Health Team and relevant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations and other key stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care,or
• Certificate IV in Mental Health, or
• Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, or
• Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work.

• Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or
• Diploma of Mental Health, or
• Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs.

• Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF3.1 to HWF3.5 requires:
• Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF3.2 to HWF3.7, or HWF3.8 (limited to employees who meet the requirements of HED 04/23) requires:

Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Interested?
Enquiries: Luke Duffy on (07) 4433 9480.
Applications close: 31/07/2025
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV648907

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.