Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

MedRecruit Limited; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive remuneration

Generous superannuation

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensics to join a specialist forensic mental health team. You will deliver high‑quality psychiatric care to individuals involved with the criminal justice system, across secure inpatient and community settings.

This role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with courts and legal stakeholders. Key duties include risk assessments, multidisciplinary teamwork, supervising junior staff, and contributing to education

Qualifications

• FRANZCP or equivalent, with forensic psychiatry experience or advanced training.
• AHPRA specialist registration in psychiatry is required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Commitment to recovery‑oriented care and cultural safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive forensic psychiatric assessments and risk evaluations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients in secure units and community programs.
• Provide expert advice to courts, correctional facilities, and legal stakeholders.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence‑based care.
• Supervise junior medical staff and contribute to education and training.
• Support service development, clinical governance, and culturally safe practices.

Skills

FRANZCP or equivalent

AHPRA specialist registration

Leadership

Communication

Cultural safety

Job description

Location: Major metropolitan mental health service in Queensland

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours negotiable)

Classification: Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist

Salary: As per state award

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensics to join a specialist forensic mental health team. This role involves delivering high-quality psychiatric care to individuals involved with the criminal justice system, including those requiring assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation in secure inpatient and community settings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive forensic psychiatric assessments and risk evaluations
• Developing and implementing treatment plans for patients in secure units and community programs
• Providing expert advice to courts, correctional facilities, and legal stakeholders
• Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based care
• Supervising junior medical staff and contributing to education and training
• Supporting service development, clinical governance, and culturally safe practices

About You

• FRANZCP or equivalent, with experience or advanced training in forensic psychiatry
• AHPRA specialist registration in psychiatry
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Commitment to recovery-oriented care and cultural safety

What We Offer

• Opportunities for research, teaching, and leadership
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• Competitive remuneration and generous superannuation
• Inclusive, supportive workplace culture

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