Description
Townsville Hospital and Health Service
Location: Ayr QLD
Permanent Full-time
Burdekin Community Mental Health Service
Remuneration package up to $132,567 p.a. + benefits
Make a Difference in Rural and Remote Mental Health
The Rural and Remote Mental Health Program provides specialist mental health and alcohol and drug services to communities within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service area. These services are coordinated through four community mental health teams located in Palm Island, Ingham, Burdekin, and Charters Towers.
This employment opportunity is based at the Burdekin Community Mental Health Service at Ayr Hospital, where you’ll join a multidisciplinary team delivering clinical assessment and evidencebased interventions to support individuals, families, and carers across the lifespan.
In this role you will
- Provide intake, assessment, care planning, and therapeutic interventions across the lifespan.
- Deliver evidencebased care for people experiencing complex mental health and/or alcohol and drug use challenges.
- Collaborate with families, carers, and other service providers to ensure holistic support.
- Access supportive supervision and professional development to strengthen your clinical expertise.
What’s On Offer?
- Remuneration up to $132,567 p.a., including:
- Base salary
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% recreational leave loading
- Generous leave entitlements
- Salary packaging options to boost take-home pay
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Professional development allowance
- Supportive team culture
What You’ll Need
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with AHPRA
- Class “C” motor vehicle licence
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dedicated Rural and Remote Mental Health Program supporting diverse communities.
- Contribute to meaningful outreach services that build resilience and recovery.
- Work within a collaborative environment that values compassion and culturally safe care.
- Access professional development opportunities and supportive supervision to grow your career.
Why Ayr?
Ayr offers a relaxed lifestyle with strong community spirit, affordable living, and easy access to unique regional attractions. It’s a welcoming regional town that blends rural charm with modern amenities, making it an attractive place to live and work.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and provide compassionate care to the Burdekin community as part of the Rural and Remote Mental Health Program.
Enquiries: Brian McRoberts on 07 4783 0890 / Brian.Mcroberts@health.qld.gov.au
Apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670977
Applications close: Wednesday, 14 January 2026
