Consultant Community Psychiatrist

Consultant Community Psychiatrist Position - Wollongong and surroundings, NSW Australia
Location: East Coast, NSW - only 1 hours drive south of Sydney CBD, along the coast
Salary: AUD $209,900 - $283,583 per annum incl. special allowances + Education Leave (TESL) & 10.5% superannuation
Employment type: Staff Specialist, permanent part-time (0.8FTE)
Employer: Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
Closing date: 20 January 2024
Community Psychiatrist
Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, NSW
Permanent part-time role
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Are you a passionate and motivated individual looking to pursue a career in Community Psychiatry?
Then you could be the perfect Psychiatrist to join the professionals at Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD). We're looking for a qualified Psychiatrist who will:

• Support the development of psychiatry services
• Support and facilitate a culture of learning and best practice
• Support and develop mental health research within the department

Advanced Trainees that are expected to receive FRANZCP within 6 months may be considered for this role and are encouraged to apply.
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) is seeking to employ an experienced psychiatrist. This permanent part time position provides security of tenure as well as the ability to strike an enviable work/life balance in the beautiful Illawarra of NSW.
The Staff Specialist will be responsible for the day to day management of their clinical role primarily with the Community team, Mental Health Services. The Illawarra Community Mental Health Service has an ethos of patient centred, recovery oriented and inclusive practice, within a multi-disciplinary team
The Psychiatrist is responsible for the provision of specialist psychiatry services to at the relevant site.
The Psychiatrist will ensure provision of high quality psychiatry services to all patients within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Mental Health Service. This position is primarily based in Illawarra Community Mental Health Service in Wollongong, however you may be required to attend other sites within our district.
The successful applicant will have a leadership role with opportunity to supervise registrars, contributions to therapeutic assessments, intervention and review processes. In the role you will teach medical students and other clinical staff as required. Participation in the consultant on-call roster is on a pro-rata basis and is supported by a cohesive group of experienced staff specialists. This care will be provided within the scope of practice endorsed by the ISLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC).
Do not miss this opportunity to live and work in a stunning east coast Australia location. See links below for more info about our region
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by.
Looking for more than just a salary?
Besides your salary, you'll also have access to:

• Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) - 25 calendar days per year and $38,000
• Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

• Working with a progressive and open-minded team, who are receptive of innovation and change
• Flexible rostering arrangements

If you wish to apply, for our recruitment website
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Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.
For role related enquiries or questions contact:
Dr Jacqui Kaelle FRANZCP
Clinical Stream Director - Mental Health Service - Community
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For application enquiries contact:
Felicity Coupland
Workforce Support Officer
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