The Crisis Support Space (CSS) is a new initiative within the Acute Care Team, Mental Health Service Group at Townsville University Hospital. It offers a safe, non-clinical environment for individuals experiencing mental distress or suicidal ideation, providing peer support and clinical oversight as an alternative to the emergency department.

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 mental health settings.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to lead, innovate and contribute to service development and research.
• Supportive Culture: Collaborative multidisciplinary teams with strong peer and clinical support.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a lifestyle supported by North Queensland's natural beauty.

• Salary between $4912.70 – $5286.40 per fortnight (HP4).
• 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.

As the Senior Mental Health Clinician, you will provide advanced clinical leadership and oversight within the CSS. You'll support peer workers, manage risk, and collaborate with emergency department staff to ensure safe and responsive care. This role is pivotal in triaging mental health presentations and linking consumers to appropriate services.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Psychology.
• Registration or eligibility for membership with the appropriate professional body.
• Experience in mental health crisis response and clinical leadership.
• Appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) or willingness to obtain.
• Evidence of vaccination or immunity to specified Vaccine Preventable Diseases.
• Possession of a Class C driver's licence.
• A probationary period may apply.

Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Patricia Shirkie on 07 4433 9480.

Closing Date: Sunday, 7 December 2025.

Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV668477, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.