Team Leader

Queensland Health; Townsville City; Sur place; AUD 145 000 - 151 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary range: AU$144,991–AU$151,289 pA

4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.

Résumé du poste

Townsville Hospital and Health Service seeks an experienced social work leader to manage the operational delivery of clinical services for the Homeless Health Outreach Team within the Mental Health Service Group. You will provide clinical expertise, supervision and direction, and carry a small clinical caseload.

You will lead the Social Workers in the Mental Health Service Group as part of the Allied Health Leadership team, offering discipline-specific strategic advice and strong collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work with eligibility for AASW membership.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in mental health settings.

Responsabilités

• Manage operational delivery of clinical services for the Homeless Health Outreach Team.
• Provide clinical expertise, supervision and direction to team members.
• Carry a small clinical caseload.
• Lead Social Workers within the Mental Health Service Group.

Connaissances

Clinical leadership

Team supervision

Case management

Formation

Bachelor of Social Work

Description du poste

Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service

About the opportunity:

Manage the operational delivery of clinical services for the Homeless Health Outreach Team within the Mental Health Service Group. To operationally lead, manage and be the single point of accountability for the designated team and report to the program manager and clinical director. You will provide clinical expertise, supervision and direction to other members of the team and carry a small clinical caseload.

This position provides professional leadership for the Social Workers in the Mental Health Service Group and works as a member of the Allied Health Leadership team to provide discipline specific strategic advice and direction.

All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the service.

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $144,991 to $151,289 p.a. (HP5)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in Social Work as well as eligibility for full membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
  • While not mandatory, status as an AASW accredited Mental Health Social Worker is highly regarded.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Meaghan Trovato on (07) 4433 3***.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.