Team Leader, Youth Mental Health Unit

About the role

Queensland Health is seeking an experienced nursing leader to act as Nurse Manager/Team Leader of the Logan Youth Step-Up Step-Down Unit within the Child & Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS). The role provides operational management and strategic leadership, working with partners such as Mind Australia and key stakeholders to deliver recovery-focused mental health care for young people in the Logan-Beaudesert and Bayside communities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the unit, giving clinical and operational guidance to an interprofessional team and contributing to the strategic direction of CYMHS.
• Promote safe, high-quality, person-centred care through clinical governance, risk management, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Oversee workforce, financial and resource management, supporting staff development, performance and a positive, collaborative workplace.

Required profile

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, supported by a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience, able to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.
• Advanced clinical knowledge and the ability to lead clinical governance, quality improvement, risk management and evidence-based service delivery.

What we offer

• Generous leave entitlements and an attractive salary and remuneration package.
• Salary packaging and professional development allowances or leave.
• Study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.
• A family-friendly environment and opportunities for long-term career growth.

The position is permanent and full-time in Brisbane (Metro South), and agency referrals are not accepted. Applications are made online through the Queensland Health careers site.