Job description
Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Clinician
Queensland Health (Organisation site)
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Service - Vincent, TOWNSVILLE
Summary
| Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
| Classification | HP3, Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV682763 |
| Closing date | 02-Jun-2026 |
| Salary Other | $39.86 - $61.55 p.h | | Job duration | TPT, 64 hrs p.f., 08/06/2026 to 04/07/2027 | | Contact person | Fiona Layton-Rick | | Contact details | (07) 4433 9600 Access the National Relay 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).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
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: $97,843 to $102,777 p.a. (HP3 / NG6-1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
As a clinician working in the Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Service (ATODS), you will provide a broad range drug alcohol assessments and interventions to individuals, their families and groups in the context of minimising harm from substance use within the Townsville geographical area.
All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the service.
Please note, this is a fixed term temporary part-time position, working 64 hours per fortnight, commencing 08/06/2026 to 04/07/2027, with the possibility of an additional 12 month extension.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications (Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work) and proof of registration (if applicable).
- 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, including Blue Card Checks (Social Work).
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Fiona Layton-Rick on (07) 4433 9600.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV682763
Applications close: Tuesday, 2 June 2026.
