About us:
Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service provides specialist mental health, substance and alcohol related care to residents of Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana areas (catchments in excess of a population of 250,000) with services located in each area.
The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services works in collaboration with the local hospitals, other mental health and alcohol and other drugs teams, as well as primary health, community, and private sector providers to reduce the symptoms of mental illness and facilitate recovery.
About the role: The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Consultation Liaison (Headspace) initiative will work collaboratively with headspace to:
Provide specialised clinical expertise and/or skill sets to support the MHAODS to deliver high quality clinical services and leadership to achieve better health outcomes for adolescents and young people aged 12-25 years, consistent with the headspace model. Work across service boundaries between child and youth and adult mental health and alcohol and other drugs, decreasing transitional service gaps. Improve timely access to multidisciplinary youth mental health and alcohol and other drugs treatment and care for adolescents and young people aged 12-25 years, consistent with the headspace model and a no wrong door policy. Strengthen clinical pathways to ensure seamless and streamlined transition between headspace and Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and other Drugs Service. Establish a collaborative pathway between headspace and Central Queensland Mental Health and Alcohol and other Drugs clinicians to deliver effective, brief interventions to clients. About you: Be qualified and hold the appropriate registration/certifications to practice in any of the following: Social Work Occupational Therapy Psychology Nursing What we offer: Salary information: Total remuneration value of up to $82,105 p.a. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Other benefits include: Professional Development Opportunities Education Opportunities – Study and Research Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility Generous Salary Sacrificing Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements: It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply: To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
Your current CV or resume, including referees. A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and "How you will be Assessed" section of the Role Description. Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5A613084
Applications close: Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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