Location:   Southport

Remuneration:   $64.64 - $69.55 per hour

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Psychologist – Senior (Mental Health – Continuing Care Team) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

·         Provide efficient and responsive mental health assessment and management at a high level

·         Deliver high level clinical services in accordance with professional code of ethics and National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce

·         Contribute to the development of clinical practice procedures and protocols

·         Develop, implement and evaluate quality improvement activities within Continuing Care Team (CCT)

·         Provide high level clinical leadership and advocacy for the mental health needs of service consumers

About you

·         To be successful in this position you will require:

·         A tertiary degree in Psychology

·         AHPRA Registration

·         Driver Licence

·         Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B

·         Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required

·         Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed

·         Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

·         Flexible work options

·         Career Development

·         Salary Packaging

·         Modern Facilities

·         Diverse Work Culture

·         Research Opportunities

·         12.75% super

·         17.5% leave loading

Salary

·         Temporary full time (up to 3 months)

·         Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour

About Us

Allied Health Professionals within Gold Coast Health have access to an additional Professional Capability Framework for Allied Health which complements the organisation-wide Core Capability Framework. The Professional Capability Framework details the professional capabilities for Allied Health positions, providing a common language and set of expectations across the professions, and acting as a developmental tool to support and inform discussions about professional skill development and career progression within Gold Coast Health. Further information can be found online.

The Continuing Care Team (CCT) is a specialised mental health service that seeks to deliver care and support that respects the individual’s rights, preserves their dignity, and promotes recovery and inclusion. The CCT aims to provide a service that acknowledges an individual’s strengths and abilities, and is welcoming, accessible, responsive, collaborative and safe.

About Gold Coast Health

·         Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care

·         Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion

·         More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts

·         Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities

·         Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle

·         A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best

·         Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

Enquiries:   Suzanne Fulford (07) 5667 2000

Job Ad Reference:   GC675371

Application Details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-GC675371

Closing Date:   Thursday, 26 February 2026