Location: Southport

Remuneration: $40.35 - $58.59 per hour + 12.75% super

The Role

An opportunity has become available for several Psychologists / Social Workers (Early Intervention Parenting Clinician) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Deliver professional level services to families with children aged 0-6 years of age, presenting with complex needs
• Effectively manage a clinical caseload of clients, providing evidence-based clinical interventions
• Apply clinical judgement and knowledge to more complex clinical decision making
• Recognises and engages actively with learning opportunities in everyday work

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Possession of a tertiary degree in Psychology, Social Work, or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), or associated boards.
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Driver Licence
• Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Temporary part-time (several positions, up to 12 months, 60.8 hours per fortnight)
• Base salary ranging from $40.35 - $58.59 per hour

About Us

Community Child Health (CCH) service sits within the division of Women Newborn and Children’s Services, offering multidisciplinary, community services for children who reside in the Gold Coast area.

CCH is a child centred, family focused health service, which includes promotion of health and development, early detection, early intervention, and care coordination. This is achieved through enhancing opportunities for families to access support, developing relationships with community groups, building confidence and capability, and enhancing relationships between children and parents.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 25 August 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Enquiries: Emma Hutchings on 0404 005 916

Job Ad Reference: GC689918

Application Details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-GC689918

Closing Date: Tuesday, 25 August 2026