About the work unit / facility Older Persons Mental Health Service (OPMHS) is a community-based consultation and liaison service providing assessment and treatment for older adults with mental health conditions. The team supports GPs and aged care providers, specialising in dementia care and age-related neurodegenerative disorders. 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: Deliver evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary team supporting older adults with complex mental health needs. Career Growth: Access professional development, supervision, and opportunities for advancement within Queensland Health. Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that values inclusion, respect, and teamwork. Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the lifestyle benefits of North Queensland. Competitive salary and benefits Salary between $39.86 - $58.59 per hour (HP3). 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 an Occupational Therapist within OPMHS, you will provide short-term case management, assessment, and intervention for older persons with mental health disorders. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, deliver psycho-geriatric consultancy, and contribute to service improvement initiatives. Requirements Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. While not mandatory, eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be well regarded. Ongoing professional development relevant to the delivery of specialist Mental Health Services to maintain appropriate registration and/or association requirements is a requirement of all staff within the MHSG. All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the Service. Evidence of vaccination against VPDs as per Queensland Health policy. Current Class C driver's licence. Ability to travel across service sites within the Townsville HHS region. * A probationary period may apply. Application details Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Kellie Hindom on (07) 4433 9568. Closing Date: Thursday, 11 December 2025. Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670598, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
