Impactful Forensic Psychiatrist | Risk & Complex Care Lead

EURAXESS Ireland; Ireland; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EURAXESS Ireland seeks a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to provide specialist assessment, treatment and risk management for individuals with complex mental health and forensic needs in community-based settings.

Role involves delivering person-centred psychiatric care within a multidisciplinary team, supporting governance and regulatory compliance, and contributing to research and education activities.

Qualifications

• Specialist registration with the Irish Medical Council (or eligibility).
• Proven experience in forensic psychiatry.
• Strong skills in risk assessment and biopsychosocial formulation.
• Experience with complex mental health and/or intellectual disability populations.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and teamwork abilities.
• Experience across forensic and intellectual disability services.
• Involvement in research, audit, or medical education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic psychiatric assessments, risk formulation, and management planning.
• Provide expert clinical input on complex cases, including dual diagnosis and behavioural needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across mental health and disability services.
• Support clinical governance, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to maintaining standards aligned with national regulatory bodies.
• Provide cover for consultant colleagues as required.

Skills

Forensic psychiatry expertise

Risk assessment

Biopsychosocial formulation

Complex patient care

Team collaboration

Research & education

Communication

Decision making

Education

Irish Medical Council registration

Job description

EURAXESS Ireland seeks a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to provide specialist assessment, treatment and risk management for individuals with complex mental health and forensic needs in community-based settings.

Role involves delivering person-centred psychiatric care within a multidisciplinary team, supporting governance and regulatory compliance, and contributing to research and education activities.