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About the Role

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Clinician to join an Acute Care Team in a dynamic community setting. In this role, you will provide critical assessment, crisis intervention, and short-term case management for clients experiencing acute mental health challenges. You'll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery-focused care in the community.

This is a short-term locum opportunity, offering the flexibility to explore a new location and experience a taste of what North Queensland has to offer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and risk evaluations
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and crisis support
• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with clients and families
• Provide short-term case management and follow-up support
• Liaise with hospitals, GPs, and community services to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports in line with clinical standards

About You:

• Qualification in Social Work or Psychology
• AHPRA or AASW registration/eligibility
• Experience in acute mental health services
• Strong risk assessment, crisis intervention, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Why Join Us:

• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Competitive pay rates with flexible arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Travel and accommodation support if applicable
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a highly respected acute care team, apply now or contact Nikki Webster at or for a confidential discussion.

Mental Health Clinician
Full-time or Part-time
Location: Rockhampton & Gladstone
Salary: Up to $130,000 p.a. DOE + Super

Are you passionate about transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based care? Do you thrive in a collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented environment? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

The Role

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment (CMR) is partnering with a private clinic to find their next team member. We're seeking a Psychologist or a Senior Accredited Mental Health Social Worker to join a dynamic, client-focused team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and develop tailored intervention plans with clients and their families.
• Provide individual counselling/therapy sessions and build meaningful client connections.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate with other clinicians and stakeholders to enhance well-being.
• Monitor and manage clients' mental health in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.

About You

• Current AHPRA registration (Psychologists) or AASW registration with Mental Health Accreditation (Social Workers).
• Demonstrated experience in mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions.
• Proven experience providing individual counselling/therapy (mandatory).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Passion for making a difference in a fast-paced, solution-focused environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet program KPIs.

The Offer

• Relocation support for candidates moving to the area.
• Values-driven culture: integrity, inclusivity, continuous learning, accountability, and respect.
• Flexible work options: full-time or part-time (minimum 3 days/week).
• Supportive environment: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being initiatives.
• Professional development: $2000 PD allowance, 2 PD days per year, weekly case review sessions, and extensive clinical supervision/mentorship.

Interested?

Apply now or call Lachlan Webster at for a confidential conversation

Ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape the future of mental health nursing? This is your chance to join a supportive, modern Acute Inpatient Unit on contract, offering competitive pay, lifestyle balance, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

As a Clinical Nurse Consultant, you'll bring advanced clinical expertise and play a key role in mentoring staff, driving quality improvements, and implementing Department of Health initiatives such as Safewards and the Mental Health Intensive Care Framework. You'll be part of a collaborative team, supporting recovery-focused care while helping to reduce restrictive interventions and strengthen the workforce.

What's on offer:

• Competitive hourly rate + penalties + super

• Accommodation allowance + fuel reimbursement

• Supportive, well-resourced inpatient setting

• Career growth combined with coastal lifestyle

Why cmr?
At cmr, we do more than just place nurses in roles - we create opportunities. With dedicated consultants who understand mental health nursing, we provide personalised support every step of the way, from travel and accommodation to finding the right contract to suit your lifestyle. Nurses choose us for our genuine care, industry expertise, and commitment to making locum work simple, flexible, and rewarding.

About you:
You're a senior Mental Health Nurse with AHPRA registration, postgraduate qualifications, and significant leadership experience in acute inpatient services. You're passionate about recovery-oriented care, mentoring, and building a skilled workforce.

If this role isn't quite what you're looking for, we also have multiple other opportunities available across community, acute, triage, and specialist mental health settings.

Apply Now!

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Homeless Health Outreach Team, delivering assessments, case management and interventions to people experiencing homelessness or unstable housing. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery, improve social functioning, and connect clients to services.

• Provide holistic OT assessments & interventions

• Deliver case management & group programs

• Collaborate across health & community services

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (accredited)

• Registration with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

• Strong teamwork & communication skills

• Ability to deliver care in community & outreach settings

• Commitment to inclusive, client-centred care

• Competitive HP3 hourly rates

• Flexible work options supporting work-life balance

• Strong clinical supervision

• Join a supportive multidisciplinary team culture

• Make a lasting impact in vulnerable communities

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment is a national healthcare recruitment agency connecting professionals with roles that make a difference. We specialise across nursing, doctors, allied health, aged care, and mental health. With preferred supplier agreements to major health services, cmr is trusted to deliver opportunities that matter.

Apply today, or reach out to Ashley Stephens on or email to learn more about this opportunity.

CMR is seeking experienced Mental Health Registered Nurses for 12-week (or longer) locum contracts across Australia, with a strong influx of opportunities currently in regional Queensland and South Australia. This is your chance to expand your skills, make a meaningful impact and explore new communities, all while enjoying excellent pay, flexibility, and support.

• Australia-Wide Opportunities: Work in regional, rural, and remote locations across multiple states.

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Choose contracts that fit your lifestyle while experiencing new environments.

• Competitive Remuneration: Earn up to $90 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances.

• Professional Development: Broaden your experience across community, inpatient, acute, and crisis settings.

• Lifestyle & Adventure: Discover stunning regional landscapes, enjoy a change of scenery, and return home when you want.

• Supportive Employer: Receive ongoing guidance and assistance to make your locum experience seamless.

As a Locum Mental Health RN with cmr, you will provide critical support across diverse mental health settings:

• Community Mental Health: Case management, assessments, care planning, and recovery-focused support.

• Inpatient Units: Deliver consistent care, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

• Acute & Crisis Services: Respond to urgent mental health situations, stabilise patients, and coordinate with emergency services.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference while gaining broad clinical experience in dynamic and varied environments.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mental health nursing, with case management experience preferred

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Valid driver's licence for regional and remote roles

• Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional or remote locations for at least 12 weeks

If you are an experienced Mental Health RN ready to embrace a rewarding locum role, explore new regions, and contribute to vital mental health services, apply now with CMR. With high demand across Queensland and South Australia , there has never been a better time to start your next career adventure.

Contract: ASAP start - 8 weeks
Rate: $78.73 per hour + penalties + super
Accommodation: Free shared housing provided
Travel: $00 fuel reimbursement each way

Looking for a contract close to Brisbane where you can enjoy both career and lifestyle? We're seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join the Mental Health Team in the beautiful Darling Downs region - known for its rolling farmland, fresh local produce and relaxed country lifestyle. Just a few hours from Brisbane, it's the perfect location to head home on weekends while still making a real impact during the week.

This community-based role is primarily within Older Persons Mental Health (OPMH), with the flexibility to support the Adult Mental Health service as required. You'll join a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to delivering recovery-focused care.

• Manage a caseload within a community setting

• Provide intake, triage and comprehensive mental health assessments

• Develop and implement collaborative care plans with consumers, families and carers

• Undertake risk assessments, case management and recovery-focused practice

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

• Solid experience in community mental health, case management and risk assessment

• CIMHA experience is essential

• Must have your own car to drive to contract

• Competitive pay - 78.73 per hour + super

• Free shared accommodation

• 200 fuel reimbursement each way

• Live and work in the Darling Downs - enjoy stunning countryside, fresh produce and a relaxed lifestyle

• Close to Brisbane - easy to head home on weekends

If you're looking for a rewarding contract with great benefits and the chance to enjoy one of Queensland's most beautiful regions, this is the role for you.

This team is the single entry point for new referrals into the Area Mental Health Service. The role is dynamic, fast-paced, and requires a clinician with very strong phone-based triage experience to ensure safe and effective care pathways.

• Provide recovery-oriented and trauma-informed mental health triage

• Conduct screening assessments across the lifespan

• Assess and manage risk, allocating follow-up care in line with Victorian Mental Health Triage Response categories

• Direct referrals to the most appropriate team or external provider

• Support after-hours bed management for acute admissions

• Maintain accurate documentation in MasterCare and TRAK

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN3) with proven experience in mental health triage, clinical decision-making, and crisis assessment

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Must have own car and ability to travel (fuel reimbursed within VIC)

• Rate: $80.23 - $86.89 per hour + penalties + super

• Travel: Fuel reimbursement within VIC

• Contract length: 12 weeks | ASAP start

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled RPN to bring their triage expertise to the frontline of mental health care, making a real impact in a community-focused service.

Apply now or email - to express your interest and learn more.

Clinical Nurse - Forensic Mental Health | Central QLD

Join us as a Clinical Nurse in Forensic Mental Health and make a real impact in Central Queensland. This short-term contract (with opportunities for ongoing roles) involves providing specialist nursing care to clients with complex mental health needs across community and custodial settings.

You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team, delivering recovery-oriented care, mentoring colleagues and contributing to safe, trauma-informed practice. This role offers professional growth, meaningful work, and the chance to be part of a supportive regional health team.

Why join CMR?

• Gain experience in forensic mental health and build your professional portfolio

• Flexible short-term contracts with potential for ongoing work

• Work in a collaborative, dynamic environment in regional Queensland

Requirements:

• Current AHPRA registration as a RN

• Experience in forensic or mental health nursing

• Current driver's licence and general criminal history check

Registered Nurse - MENTAL HEALTH

About the Opportunity

Join a regional health service delivering essential mental health care across inpatient and community settings in beautiful South Australia. You'll be based in supportive, team-focused environments with locations including Berri and nearby towns. Free housing for up to 6 months is available, and the community is ideal for individuals or families seeking a relaxed, active lifestyle. Immediate start available.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Experience in mental health nursing (inpatient or community)
• Current practicing certificate in Mental Health (Post Graduate in Mental Health)
• Full working rights in Australia - SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE
• Valid driver's licence and access to a car or at least the intention to acquire these

Desirable:

• 3+ years post-reg (for Clinical Nurse level)
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Regional/rural health experience

Benefits

• Salary: $74,831 - $10,497 + super (based on experience level) + salary packaging
• Free accommodation up to 6 months - family homes available
• Relocation assistance (up to 13,500)
• Streamlined onboarding process (approx. 2 weeks)
• Sponsorship pathway available for AHPRA - registered international nurses
• Support from local real estate contacts to secure longer-term housing

About the Company/Culture

This SA-based public health service is passionate about bringing high-quality care to rural and remote areas. With a strong focus on mental health, recognised for their leadership in regional mental health care, they foster a strong team culture grounded in collaboration, integrity, and clinical excellence, committed to long-term workforce development. Their communities are vibrant, sports-loving and family-friendly with beautiful natural surrounds.

If you are a compassionate and a skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse looking to make a real difference. Please submit your CV to or call or click "Apply Now"