EMPLOYMENT

About the work unit / facility The Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) in Charters Towers is part of the Mental Health Service Group within Townsville HHS. The team provides specialist case management and therapeutic services to children and young people experiencing complex mental health challenges, working collaboratively with families, schools, and community partners. About your new employer Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare. We offer: * Clinical Excellence: Delivering high-quality, evidence-based care across diverse clinical settings. * Career Growth: Access to structured development pathways and leadership opportunities. * Supportive Culture: A collaborative environment that values diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. * Work/Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a relaxed regional lifestyle. Competitive salary and benefits * Salary between $3030.00 - $4453.50 (HP3) or $4138.10 - $4431.10 (NG6). * 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading. * Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%. Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support. About your opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team delivering recovery-oriented mental health services to children and youth in Charters Towers. You will provide assessment, treatment, and case management, contributing to a safe and therapeutic environment while supporting national and state mental health initiatives. Requirements * Relevant tertiary qualification in Nursing, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work. * Registration with AHPRA or eligibility for membership with AASW. * Evidence of vaccination against VPDs and TB screening as per Queensland Health policy. * Current Class C driver licence. * A probationary period may apply. Application details Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Janet Smith on (07) 4787 0342. Closing Date: Sunday, 7 December 2025. Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV669197, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.