Description

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 $172,615 p.a. + benefits 

Are you ready to take the lead in supporting communities through recovery after disaster? Join our Disaster Recovery Team and provide strategic leadership, advanced clinical expertise, and compassionate care to individuals, families, and carers during times of mass trauma. 

In this role you will 

• Lead and manage a small multidisciplinary mental health team to deliver high-quality disaster recovery services. 
• Provide leadership in strategic and operational service planning and delivery. 
• Oversee human resource management and foster a supportive, collaborative team culture. 
• 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. 
   

What’s On Offer? 

• Remuneration up to $172,615 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 
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in complex contemporary practice standards. 
   

Why Join Us? 

• Lead 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 leadership and 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 lead recovery across North Queensland. 

Enquiries: Samuel Philip on 07 4433 4145 / Samuel.Philip@health.qld.gov.au  
Apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670437  
Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026