Clinical Nurse Consultant or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker or Psychologist

Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service

Clinical Nurse Consultant or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker or Psychologist - Senior, HP4/ Nurse Grade 7, Child and Youth Mental Health Services, Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services, Bundaberg or Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospital - H2605WB683273

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services is looking for an experienced Clinical Nurse Consultant, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, or Psychologist to join our Assertive Mobile Youth Outreach Service. Work across Bundaberg or Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals, providing innovative, community-focused care in Child and Youth Mental Health. Join a passionate, supportive team, enjoy career growth opportunities, and help shape the future of youth mental health services.

Your Opportunity

  • Deliver high level professional clinical mental health services as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to optimise psycho-social outcomes for children and young people with severe and complex mental health problems and disorders, and their families and carers.
  • Provide intensive, developmentally appropriate, community-centred, mental health interventions and ongoing assessment for adolescents who require higher intensity (level and mode of contact and range of interventions/services, including risk assessment, crisis management, and safety planning) treatment, rehabilitation, and support to recover from mental illness.

Qualifications and other requirements

  • Nursing: Mandatory possession of a nursing qualification from a registered tertiary institution or completion of an approved hospital training program and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
  • Psychologists: Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as a Psychologist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
  • Occupational Therapists: Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as an Occupational Therapist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
  • Social Workers: Mandatory possession of a recognised degree in Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
  • Eligibility is dependent on the candidate having completed a university level Social Work degree accredited by the AASW and that the candidate does not have any other outstanding professional competency or ethical issues or complaints known to the AASW which may preclude membership.
  • Overseas qualified Social Work candidates require a “certification of eligibility” letter from the AASW to confirm their eligibility for membership. Overseas qualified applicants should include such evidence with their application to be considered for short-listing in the selection process.
  • Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
  • Eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner under the Mental Health Act 2016 is expected for this position.

Why join us?

Career Growth: At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.

Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.

Impactful Work: Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.

Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.

Our offer: You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $173,368 p.a., comprising salary between $139,951 - $151,949 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7) or remuneration package value up to $157,360 p.a., comprising salary between $128,169 - $137,918 p.a. (HP4), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7/HP4) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2605WB683273.

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:

  • Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
  • Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
  • Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
  • Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
  • The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast

Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to Fraser Island, incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.

Application:https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2605WB683273

Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th June 2026

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