Staff Specialists Psychiatry

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Superannuation

Job summary

West Moreton Health is seeking a Senior Psychiatrist to provide high level clinical leadership in a specialised mental health service. The role requires extensive knowledge of assessment and management of mental illness, with a focus on recovery-oriented care and adherence to national and state mental health directions.

The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, contribute to ongoing quality improvement, and provide training to junior medical staff within a dynamic regional

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and skill in assessment and clinical management of people with mental illness in a specialised mental health setting.
• High level interpersonal and negotiation skills, including leadership in multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to mental health recovery model of care and evidence-based practice.
• Knowledge of national/state mental health directions and legislation.
• Experience in providing training to junior medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level clinical leadership and direction within a multidisciplinary team.
• Lead continuous quality improvement to enhance service outcomes.
• Deliver training to junior medical staff.

Skills

Mental health leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Clinical guidance

Training junior staff

Education

FRANZCP fellowship

Job description

About West Moreton HealthWest Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.What it's like to work with us | West Moreton HealthWhat we're looking forOur ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:Demonstrated extensive knowledge, expertise and skill in the assessment and clinical management of people with mental illness in a specialised mental health setting.Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills including the ability to provide high level clinical leadership, advice and direction within a multidisciplinary team and to relevant stakeholders.Demonstrated commitment to leading mental health recovery model of care, evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement to enhance service delivery outcomes.Demonstrated expert knowledge of national and State Mental Health directions and legislation relevant to the provision of specialist mental health services.Demonstrated experience in the provision of effective training to junior medical staff.Mandatory RequirementsVaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiary or equivlant prostgraduate specialist qualification.Current registration to practice as a specialist in psychiatry with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Medical Board of Australia.Why choose usPurposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.To applyFor further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.