Mental Health Clinician
- Provide clinical support to adults in a correctional setting.
- Conduct risk assessments and deliver psychoeducation.
- Facilitate skill acquisition interventions to develop coping skills.
Queensland Corrective Services (QCS)
- Role open to Psychologists, Social Workers, and Occupational Therapists
- Permanent, full-time, Monday – Friday (flexible arrangements may be considered)
- Base salary + 12.75% superannuation + 17.5% leave loading
There has never been a better time to work at QCS. Join us to deliver complex mental health services, grow professionally, and make a difference.
QCS is changing the mental health model and there has never been a better time to come to work with us. We’ve introduced new roles and multi-discipline clinicians and leaders to further strengthen how we deliver Mental Health Services.
The role:
You’ll join our team at the Palen Creek Correctional Centre, which accommodates low security male prisoners. As part of the mental health services team, you’ll provide a range of clinical support to adults in our care including:
- Conducting independent risk assessments of harm to self or others, including acute or chronic risk
- Providing psychoeducation related to mental health conditions, symptoms and treatment options to individuals
- Delivering individual or group-based skill acquisition focused interventions aimed at developing coping skills and building resilience
The Location:
The centre is situated in the picturesque Scenic Rim Region, around 1-2 hours drive from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. The area is surrounded by national parks with rainforests, waterfalls and mountain ranges in every direction.
Why Choose Us?
- Structured 8-week onboarding with the opportunity to learn from a highly skilled and experienced clinical team with deep expertise in complex mental health care.
- Professional development allowances and ongoing supervision and mentorship that contributes to your capability learning, professional development and accreditation.
- Enhance your clinical expertise with exposure to varied, complex presentations
- Free parking and free lunch on site
- Work in a supportive culture with a multi-disciplinary, collaborative and professional team
For more information about the role, how to apply and the mandatory qualifications, please click apply or call QCS Mental Health Services.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/697935/26
Closing Date: Friday, 11th September 2026
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