About the work unit / facility The Alec Illin Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU) provides recovery-focused care in a safe, structured environment for consumers under the Mental Health Act. The unit supports rehabilitation through evidence-based psychological interventions and multidisciplinary collaboration. 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 care through innovative, evidence-based practices. Career Growth: Access to professional development, supervision, and research opportunities. Supportive Culture: Work within a values-driven team committed to integrity, compassion, and respect. Work/Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements. Competitive salary and benefits 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. About your opportunity As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will provide advanced psychological assessment and intervention for complex consumers in a secure mental health setting. You will lead therapeutic programs, contribute to service improvement, and support clinical supervision and education within the multidisciplinary team. Requirements Four-year degree in Psychology and registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical or Forensic Psychology highly regarded. Eligibility for Board Approved Supervisor status desirable. Class 'C' motor vehicle licence required. This is a VPD risk role - vaccination evidence required. * A probationary period may apply. Application details Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Watson on 07 4433 3880. Closing Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025. Submit your application and include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
