Description

Location: Ayr, QLD 

Permanent Full-time | 76 hours per fortnight 

Burdekin Community Mental Health Service 

Remuneration package up to $132,567 p.a. + benefits 

This is a great opportunity for an occupational therapist to join a dedicated mental health team supporting the Burdekin community. Based at Ayr Hospital, you’ll provide functional and occupational assessment, recovery oriented intervention and support consumers to build independence, daily living skills and participation in meaningful activities. You’ll work within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment that values reflective practice, shared learning and high quality consumer care. New starters are supported through structured orientation, senior clinical guidance and opportunities to further develop advanced mental health skills. 

About the Opportunity 

The Rural and Remote Mental Health Program delivers mental health and alcohol and drug services to communities across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region. This position is based at the Burdekin Mental Health Service, located within Ayr Hospital. 

In this role, you will provide functional assessment, recovery focused intervention, skill building and care coordination for consumers experiencing complex and severe mental health and/or substance use concerns. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team and external service providers to deliver person centred, evidence informed care. 

You’ll have the opportunity to work across the lifespan, contribute to integrated models of care and support the wellbeing, independence and community participation of individuals and families within the Burdekin region. 

What You’ll Bring 

• Strong skills in functional and occupational assessment 
• Ability to deliver recovery-oriented, occupation-focused interventions 
• Experience supporting consumers to build daily living skills, independence and community participation  
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team 
• Sound clinical judgement and commitment to person-centred care 
• Capacity to engage effectively with consumers, families and service partners 
• Clear communication, flexibility and a reflective, professional approach 
• Motivation to contribute to a community-focused mental health service 
   

What’s On Offer 

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution and 17.5% recreational leave loading 
• Generous leave entitlements and salary packaging options to boost take-home pay 
• Professional development allowance and leave, plus flexible working arrangements 
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for career growth 
• Structured orientation and access to senior clinical guidance for new starters 
• Additional benefits available 
   

What You’ll Need 

Mandatory 

• A tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Occupational Therapy 
• Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA) 
   

Highly desirable 

• Experience in mental health settings 
• Training or qualifications in individual or group therapeutic modalities 
• Eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner 
   

Why Join Us 

Ayr offers a relaxed, friendly rural lifestyle with easy access to the coast and only a short drive to Townsville. You’ll be part of a team that values professionalism, kindness and shared learning, while contributing to a service that makes a genuine difference in the lives of individuals and families in the Burdekin community. 

Enquiries:Brian McRoberts on (07) 4433 0890| Brian.McRoberts@health.qld.gov.au 
Apply online:https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV680075   
Applications close:Tuesday, 12 May 2026