Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
Eligible health workers who make the move (interstate or international) to work with us may receive up to $20,000 in incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme.
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.
Our purpose is `great care every day'.
What's on offer?
Permanent part-time position, 38 hours per fortnight.
Psychologist or Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
Remuneration package of up to $66,365 p.a., comprising base salary range of $38.70 - $58.67 p.h. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (HP3), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%).
Clinical Nurse
Remuneration package of up to $66,144 p.a., comprising base salary range of $54.44 - $58.30 p.h. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%).
Eligible health workers who make the move (interstate or international) to work with us may receive up to $20,000 in incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (conditions apply).
Additional benefits
On-call and shift allowances (if applicable)
Great professional development opportunities
Attractive salary sacrificing options
Parental leave and flexible working arrangements
Employee assistance and staff wellness programs
Supportive and inclusive workplace environment
Access to corporate discounts
About the role
As a clinician working in the Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Service (ATODS), you will provide a broad range of base level assessments and interventions to individuals, their families and groups in the context of minimising harm from substance use. This role supports consumers who are opiate dependant (on the Queensland Opioid Dependence Treatment Program - ODTP) and will regularly involve providing detailed assessment or case manager services and therapy to people, from a diverse range of populations and cultures, affected by all types of substances. Provision of outreach service may include other locations within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service at times.
Role requirements
Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/ manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
Please refer to the role description for further details.
About the location
Townsville is a vibrant, dynamic city; it is the largest urban centre in Northern Australia and is the gateway to the world famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests and the Outback. With over 300 days of sunshine a year Townsville offers the perfect laid-back coastal lifestyle with all the benefits of big city living. It is a great place for families, couples and individuals to call home.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Jane O'Connor on (07) 4433 8030.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV558781
Applications close on Tuesday, 14 May 2024.
Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description for future reference.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.
Documents
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