Mental Health Occupational Therapist jobs in Rockhampton, QLD

Mental Health Occupational Therapist work in Rockhampton, QLD

Mental Health Occupational Therapist roles in Rockhampton, QLD sit within persistent demand, especially in community mental health, AOD, and outreach roles. Mining workforce mental health is a distinct service area. Rural incentives available. NDIS sector growing. mental health occupational therapist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Occupational Therapists (OTs) working in mental health focus on enabling people to participate in meaningful everyday activities — work, self-care, social connection — that are disrupted by mental illness. They conduct functional assessments, develop rehabilitation plans, and work alongside people in their home and community environments.

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) delivers public mental health services across a large region centred on Rockhampton, including inpatient care, community mental health teams, and specialist services. The CQHHS catchment extends to Emerald, Longreach, and remote communities, creating significant rural and outreach service delivery roles.

Qualifications typically required

• Bachelor or Masters of Occupational Therapy (AHPRA-accredited)
• AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Mental health clinical placement or experience
• NDIS Worker Screening Check for community roles

Key employers in Rockhampton, QLD

• Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
• Rockhampton Hospital
• headspace Rockhampton
• Central Queensland PHN
• Lives Lived Well
• UnitingCare Queensland
• CQUniversity