Consultant - Psychiatrist

Western Australia Department of Health – Service Unit 2, Mental Health

Locations: Various Perth Metropolitan Locations

About the Role As a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering diagnostic and consultative specialty services in Psychiatry. Your contributions will extend to teaching, research, quality improvement, and administrative activities within your service area. This is a unique chance to be part of a dynamic team, shaping the future of mental health care for children and adolescents.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality clinical management and treatment to patients of the service.

Uphold and elevate professional standards while fostering an academic environment that supports education, research, and professional development.

Actively contribute to teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

What we are looking for The ideal candidate will be registered, or eligible for specialist registration, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Fellowship (or pending Fellowship) with the Royal Australian New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or equivalent as an overseas trained specialist who has completed their training in either the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA (ABPN certified) or New Zealand with 3 years Consultant/Specialist level work experience. Completion (or approaching completion) of the Certificate in Advanced Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (RANZCP) or equivalent is highly desirable.

About the services CAMHS Crisis Connect Provides phone and online videocall support for children and young people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, as well as support and advice to families, carers, and professionals in the community. This service also sees children and young people up to the age of 16 years in Perth Children’s Hospital Emergency Department.

Inpatient Unit (Ward 5A), Perth Children’s Hospital The Inpatient Unit (Ward 5A) is the 20 bed tier‑4 State‑Wide Service offering inpatient mental health care for young people up to 16 years old. You will be supported by a full multidisciplinary team and junior doctors. Up to 3 psychiatrists share responsibility for the patients.

Gender Diversity Service The Gender Diversity Service (GDS) is a specialist outpatient service for the assessment and care of children and adolescents experiencing gender diversity issues.

Community CAMHS Community CAMHS has 10 services across the metropolitan area. Community CAMHS see infants, children and adolescents with various mental illnesses resulting in significant impact upon their functioning. We would work with you to match you to a clinic that suits your circumstances.

Perks and Benefits

Join a vibrant and collaborative team.

Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.

Contribute to ground‑breaking research and advancements in mental health care.

Competitive remuneration and supportive work environment.

How to Apply If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, we invite you to apply. Submit your application showcasing your experience, qualifications, and enthusiasm for this role.

Applicants MUST apply online via MedCareers – Reference 492700. The following documents should be attached prior to applying online: a statement addressing the selection criteria, a covering letter outlining your suitability for this position, and a current resume summarising your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

Eligibility & Conditions To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed‑term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Legal & Compliance WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au.

Applicants must ensure they have read all application instructions and comply with the advertising. Late or email applications will not be considered.

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