In this senior nursing role, you'll operate as a clinical leader within the Child & Youth Mental Health Service, providing expert guidance in complex assessment, risk management and care coordination. You'll work closely with medical officers, allied health clinicians and team leadership to support intake processes, crisis response and continuity of care across the service. You'll also play a key role in strengthening clinical capability through supervision, mentoring and education, supporting less experienced clinicians to deliver safe, evidence-based practice. Your leadership will contribute to service development, quality improvement and the ongoing evolution of rural mental health care , allowing you to influence outcomes at both an individual and service-wide level. About us: Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services delivers community-based mental health care across the lifespan. Our Child & Youth teams provide specialist assessment, treatment and recovery support across rural and regional communities, working closely with families, schools and local services. About the role: Deliver high-level assessment, intervention and care planning for complex cases Provide clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary child & youth team Support intake assessment, crisis response and coordinated care pathways Contribute to education, supervision, research and service improvement Work collaboratively with families, schools and community partners About you: You are qualified and AHPRA registered to practice as a Registered Nurse You are an experienced mental health clinician passionate about child & youth care You bring strong clinical judgement and confidence working autonomously You value collaboration, reflection and continuous improvement You are registered with the relevant professional body for your discipline You are ready to make a meaningful impact in a rural community What we offer: Total remuneration value of up to $65,684 p.a. is comprised of: An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Additional Benefits Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety Generous Salary Sacrificing Options 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 apply, please submit the following: Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. For assistance: Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au * Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) Applications close: Wednesday, 25 February 2026 Biloela
