Townsville Hospital and Health Service  

Location: Townsville QLD 

Fixed Term Temporary Full-time up to 30/06/2027 

Disaster Recovery Team 

Remuneration package up to $157,360 p.a. + benefits 

Are you passionate about supporting communities in the aftermath of disaster? Join our Disaster Recovery Team and apply your advanced clinical expertise to make a meaningful difference to individuals, families, and carers during times of mass trauma. 

In this role you will 

• Operate as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care. 

• Provide outreach services including trauma-focused assessments, practical advice, and time-limited interventions. 

• Support recovery through case management, care planning, and group work. 

• Apply advanced clinical knowledge, problem-solving, and community development skills to complex cases. 

• Ensure compliance with Queensland Recovery Plan standards and National Standards for Mental Health Services. 

• Provide advanced clinical input and guidance within the multidisciplinary team to ensure complex cases are managed to the highest standards. 

What’s On Offer? 

• Remuneration up to $157,360 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 

• Four-year Psychology degree (Honours or Graduate Diploma)  

• Registration with AHPRA 

• Class “C” motor vehicle licence 

• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in contemporary practice standards. 

Why Join Us? 

• Be part of a dedicated Disaster Recovery Team supporting communities in the aftermath of mass trauma. 

• 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 strengthen your clinical expertise. 

Why Townsville? 

• Experience a unique coastal lifestyle in Townsville with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island. 

• Enjoy year-round sunshine and a strong community spirit while contributing to recovery efforts across North Queensland. 

• Benefit from affordable living and a thriving health and research sector that supports career growth. 

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help support recovery across North Queensland. 

Enquiries: Samuel Philip on 07 4433 4145 / [email protected]  
Apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670537  
Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026