Clinical Nurse (Casual)

If you’re a Clinical Nurse who knows that sometimes, simply being there can make a difference — this could be for you. Working within the Gladstone Integrated Service, you will support people experiencing complex mental health challenges, including those who may be vulnerable, distressed or at risk.
This casual position gives you greater flexibility, providing opportunity to contribute your expertise while choosing shifts that fit around your life. If you’re compassionate, resilient and confident supporting people through difficult moments, we want to hear from you.
Want to find out more? Follow the link to our Smartjobs website and contact Kara Quinn.

The Gladstone Integrated Service brings together specialist mental health and alcohol and other drugs care for people across Gladstone and surrounding communities. With dedicated Adult, Child and Youth Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs and Step-Up-Step-Down services, the team supports people through assessment, treatment, case management, therapeutic support and referrals.

Working closely with hospitals, health professionals, community organisations and private providers, the service takes a connected approach to reducing harm, supporting recovery and helping people achieve better health and wellbeing.

• Deliver recovery-focused mental health care through assessment, risk management, care planning, therapy, case management and early intervention.
• Work alongside consumers, families and carers, using a strengths-based and Recovery approach to support individual goals and wellbeing.
• Connect care across services, working with hospitals, primary health, community providers and CQMHAODS teams to ensure seamless support.
• Grow and share your clinical expertise, developing your skills and clinical judgement while supporting students and less experienced staff through supervision.

• Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) with current AHPRA registration and practising certificate is mandatory; Eligibility as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner is highly desirable.
• Ability to provide care, risk assessment and triage for people experiencing complex mental illness, with knowledge of the Queensland Mental Health Act 2016 and national standards.
• Builds effective therapeutic relationships and works confidently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Brings enthusiasm, sound prioritisation and time-management skills to a busy adult mental health environment.

• An hourly rate between $72.20 - $77.31 p.h. (including 25% casual loading)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact ••••@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL6H691429

Applications close: Monday, 14 September 2026

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