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Social Worker – Adolescent Forensic Mental Health Service
Location: Townsville QLD
Permanent Full-time | 76 hours per fortnight
Remuneration package up to $132,568 p.a. + benefits
Join a specialist multidisciplinary team delivering impactful mental health care to vulnerable young people across North Queensland.
An exciting opportunity is available for a Social Worker to join the North Queensland Adolescent Forensic Mental Health Service (AFMHS). Based in Townsville, this role provides flexible, evidence based clinical services to adolescents with mental health and substance use challenges who are involved in, or at risk of entering, the youth justice system.
Working across a variety of settings, including community outreach, Courts, Watch Houses and Youth Detention Centres, you will support young people with complex and high-risk presentations to improve functional outcomes, participation and overall wellbeing.
About the Opportunity
The Adolescent Forensic Mental Health Service provides specialised assessment, treatment and case management for young people engaged with the justice system across North Queensland.
In this role, you will:
This role offers the opportunity to apply your social work skills, supporting vulnerable young people to achieve sustainable and meaningful life outcomes.
About You
You are an adaptable and motivated Social Worker with an interest in mental health and working with young people involved in, or at risk of entering, the justice system.
What’s On Offer
What You’ll Need
Desirable:
Why Join Us
Townsville offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island. Enjoy short commutes, affordable living and a welcoming community, while working within a large tertiary referral service.
As part of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, you will gain valuable experience managing diverse and complex presentations within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment, supported by strong clinical leadership, supervision and professional development opportunities.
If you are looking to grow your career in a specialised and rewarding area of mental health practice, we encourage you to apply.
Enquiries: Katherine Thornton on 0409 571 593 | [email protected]
Apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV682988
Applications close: Sunday, 28 June 2026
Feel free to contact [email protected] / 1800 630 124.
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