Child and Youth Psychiatrist

Exciting Consultant Psychiatrist Roles in Child and Adolescent Mental Health – Multiple Opportunities Available in Perth Medipeople is partnering with a leading Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Perth to recruit Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists for multiple permanent and fixed-term positions. These opportunities span a variety of service areas and include full‑time, part‑time, sessional, and casual roles, with the potential for ongoing or permanent employment.

The Opportunities

Inpatient Mental Health Unit

Acute Care and Crisis Response

Gender Diversity Service

Community Mental Health Clinics

Current Vacancies Include

2 x 1.0 FTE – CAMHS Crisis Connect

1 x 1.0 FTE – Inpatient Unit

2 x 1.0 FTE – Community CAMHS

1 x 0.4 FTE – Gender Diversity Service

Your Role As a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, you will:

Deliver expert psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.

Contribute to the multidisciplinary team and engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement.

Play a key role in shaping service delivery in your chosen clinical area.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

Registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA.

Fellowship (or near completion) with RANZCP.

Overseas trained specialists from the UK, Ireland, USA (ABPN‑certified), Canada or New Zealand with at least 3 years of Consultant‑level experience are welcome to apply.

Completion (or near completion) of the Certificate in Advanced Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is highly desirable.

Service Overview : Crisis Connect Service Provides immediate support for young people in mental health crisis via phone and online consultations. Also offers in‑person care at Perth’s primary paediatric emergency department.

Inpatient Mental Health Unit This 20‑bed state‑wide service provides comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for young people up to 16 years. Supported by a full MDT and junior medical staff, care responsibilities are shared among three psychiatrists.

Gender Diversity Service A specialised outpatient program supporting children and adolescents with gender diversity concerns, offering holistic and inclusive care.

Community CAMHS A network of 10 metropolitan clinics providing community‑based mental health care for infants, children, and adolescents. Clinic allocation can be tailored based on your preferences and location.

Why Join Through Medipeople?

Competitive remuneration and generous relocation assistance

Access to a variety of settings and team structures

Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle

Support with credentialing and onboarding

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and teaching

To express your interest or learn more, please contact Medipeople today. Our team will support you throughout the process to find the right fit for your expertise and career goals.

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