Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinician (Mental Health - Acute Care Team), Queensland Health Provide clinical mental health services in the areas of assessment, treatment and care planning, intervention and evaluation to consumers and their families who present to Gold Coast and Hospital Health Service with complex emotional and behavioural mental health needs. Please note that this role may be filled by a Clinical Nurse as per the attached Role Description. The Role An opportunity has become available several Occupational Therapist/Psychologist/Social Worker (Mental Health - Acute Care Team) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13,000‑strong team is on providing world‑class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia. You will Deliver clinical services within an integrated Mental Health service environment Apply professional knowledge and skills in clinical decision making under the practice supervision Contribute to the clinical education of students and other less experienced staff in consultation with the support of senior clinical staff Provide comprehensive care to consumers with an acute mental health issue About you To be successful in this position you will require: A tertiary degree in, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work AHPRA Registration (Occupational Therapy, Psychologist only) Eligibility for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (Social Worker only) Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost) Flexible work options Salary Packaging Modern Facilities Diverse Work Culture 12.75% super 17.5% leave loading Permanent full time and permanent part time (up to 76hrs p.f) Base salary ranging from $107,960 - $115,604 per annum, $54.44 - $58.30 per hour About Us The Acute Community mental health service line forms part of the broader Mental health and Specialist service and seeks to promote an integrated specialized mental health assessment and treatment service that is consumer focused and recovery oriented. The services operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day across a variety of settings. About Gold Coast Health Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 13 January 2026 Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process. Job Ad reference: GC Please note: no third‑party applications will be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr